Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae

Thuja plicata x standishii 'Green Giant'

The #1 choice for fast-growing privacy, these trees grow 3-5 feet each year

Blocks noise, neighbor sightlines, and unattractive views—all while taking up very little space

Less expensive and more eye-catching than a traditional fence



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Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae Care

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Sunlight

Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least four hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.

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Watering

Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.

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Fertilizing

Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.


The Fastest Growing Quality Evergreen

Why Thuja Green Giants?

The Thuja Green Giant quickly gives you a lush, rich privacy screen (3-5 feet per year once established). And it's:

- Drought tolerant
- Disease and insect resistant
- Easy-to-grow and very adaptable

You can block out neighbors while taking very little yard space. Thuja Green Giants grow in a uniform shape and height. You get that classic French Renaissance look without having to prune or shear. In fact, you don't have to do anything to them. They're drought tolerant and have no significant insect or disease problems.

Planting in Rows
There are two popular ways to plant your Thuja Green Giants:

In a Straight Row
In a Staggered Row
Thuja Green Giant Privacy Evergreen Single Row
Thuja Green Giant Privacy Evergreen Staggered Row


How to Get the Height You Want
Follow this spacing chart when planting in a straight row:

Desired Height
Distance Between Trees
20-25 feet tall
5 feet apart
25-30 feet tall
8 feet apart
30-40 feet tall
10 feet apart

 

So, you'll never have to worry about mixing chemicals or spraying these trees. With proper care, Thujas aren't typically prone to deer or bagworm problems. This is a tough tree. Resists ice and snow damage. Grows in almost any soil, even sandy loam or heavy clays. Prefers direct sunlight, but also does well in partial shade.

The Thuja Green Giant is the perfect fast-growing evergreen for a privacy hedge or windscreen. Plant one every 5 to 6 feet and they quickly create a dense barrier. You can easily trim them once a year to your desired height. Left unpruned, Thuja Green Giants planted in rows can reach as high as 30 to 50 feet. Your Thuja foliage stays soft and thick all year long.

What is a Jumbo Thuja Green Giant Tree?

Jumbo trees are the most mature plants offered at Fast Growing Trees. Thanks to their well-developed root systems and large container size of 10-15 gallons, they deliver superior drought resistance, enhanced mineral absorption, and fuller growth. They're the perfect choice for instant privacy and a more established look in your landscape.

Grown in limited quantities, Jumbos are a premium option for those looking to make an immediate impact in their yard.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

Some nurseries dig Thujas out of the ground and send them bare-rooted, or 'ball and burlap.' This can leave up to 90% of the roots behind. The tree can lose up to a year of growth while struggling to replace its root system. You also risk losing the tree, since it's less able to absorb vital nutrients and water.

Our Thuja Green Giants are hybrids grown from branch cuttings - not from seed. They need to grow below the ground before they can grow above the ground. Some nurseries sell freshly rooted cuttings, which can take up to a year to reach the size and root mass of our trees.

But you can be assured that when you order from Fast Growing Trees, you are getting well-rooted Thuja Green Giants, ready for explosive growth. And for quickest privacy, we now have a limited supply of large trees available. These larger trees offer more developed branching for ready-made privacy in your landscape.

Order your own Thuja Green Giant before it's gone!

Full Planting & Care Instructions

Product Details

Mature Height:30-50 ft.
Mature Width:12-15 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate:Fast Growing
Botanical Name:Thuja plicata x standishii 'Green Giant'
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI, OR
Grows Well In Zones:5-8 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 5-8 outdoors

(hardy down to -10℉)

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Dr. G.
7/4/2025
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Great trees! Horrible delivery service!

The trees seem wonderful, and surprisingly, unscathed from their terrible delivery. If I could attach a picture to this review, you would fully understand. It was awful. One tree was half out of the package. One was pretty much standing up on its own. The other boxes were dilapidated and piled on top of each other. None of them were “this side up,” like the box says. Every single box was crumpled and / or crushed. I was able to manage to salvage them all by leaning them up straight. After a day or two, they seemed to bounce back. They seem like high quality, decent trees. I can’t blame it on the company, but I should look back to see which delivery service it was.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello, thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear about the condition your trees arrived in and appreciate you taking the time to straighten things out and help them recover. It’s unacceptable for packages to be handled that way, and we’ll be sharing this feedback with the carrier to help improve future deliveries. We're happy to hear the trees are bouncing back and showing their quality. If you need help with care or have any concerns, do not hesitate to get in touch.
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Amanda H.
7/3/2025
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Glad we purchased!

I am so happy we ordered from you all! We bought the 2-3 foot trees but they were AT LEAST 3 feet and so beautiful! We don't have any trees at our new home so we bought some Thujas to grow fast and block some wind. We planted at the very end of March and can already tell they are growing, and it is the beginning of July! They were very healthy trees and even though we planted them (totally inexperienced landscapers) not one single one died! We are very impressed and still need some more and are definitely going to be using your company again! At this rate, the only thing that would make us love you more is a rewards program! :)

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Alan M.
7/3/2025
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So far things are great. Honestly it's too soon to review.

The arborvitaes arrived quickly and in great shape. We weren't able to plant them upon arrival and added a little water to the pots. They've been planted close to two weeds and even given our above average temperatures and religious watering look to be establishing roots. Hopefully all 40 will thrive. It's hard to give a review this soon after planting.

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Jeff P.
7/2/2025
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Good, but found them locally a lot cheaper

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello Jeff! We appreciate your honest review. While local prices may occasionally be lower, our goal is to provide premium plants with personalized service, reliable delivery, and a one-year guarantee to ensure long-term success. We're grateful you chose to order with us and are always here to help if you need anything.
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Michael B.
7/1/2025
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Thuja Arborvitae

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