The Green Giant Thuja is a large and dense, pyramidal-shaped evergreen. The Green Giant is fast-growing and reaches a height of 50 ft. to 60 ft. with a 12 ft. to 20 ft. spread. The foliage is rich green in the summer and darkens or bronzes slightly in the winter. The tree works nicely as a specimen tree or can be planted with others to create a tall hedge or border. It is hardy in Zones 6-8. The plant is shipped in a #1 pot with a minimum height of 12 in.
| Mature Height (in.) | 720 |
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| Mature Width (in.) | 144 |
| Additional Characteristics | Disease Resistant,Drought Tolerant,Insect Resistant |
| Average Shipping Height (in.) | 12 |
| Best Time to Plant | Year Round |
| Blossom Color | No Blossoms |
| Botanical Name | Thuja plicata 'Green Giant' |
| Common Name | Arborvitae |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Fragrance | Non-Fragrant |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Hardiness Zone | 6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F) |
| Optimal Soil Condition | Acidic |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 60 |
| Returnable | 90-Day |
| Shipped As | Container |
| Sun Tolerance | Full Sun |
| Wildlife Attracted | No Wildlife Attracted |
| Wildlife Deterred | No Wildlife Deterred |