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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Gary S.
6/13/2025
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Small trees grow big

Very good

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Jason A.
6/13/2025
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Planted

Put them in the ground so now just waiting to see if they take to there new home

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sandi d.
6/13/2025
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Not a great value

It is one teeny twig. For the same price, I got one at Home Depot that was 5x's the size. On the other hand, the black mongo grass I got from FastGrowingTrees was same size as other nurseries and 1/2 the price of theirs.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Sandi, We're sorry to hear the plant didn’t quite meet your expectations in terms of size. We completely understand how that can be disappointing—especially if you were expecting something fuller right out of the box. As a nursery, we ship young but healthy plants that are ready to thrive in their new environment with just a bit of time and care. We do our best to ensure each plant matches the size listed in your order—for example, a 3–4 ft. tree should arrive at no less than 3 ft. tall. We also strive to keep our prices competitive with other online retailers while providing the added value of a 1-year guarantee and direct-to-door delivery. We truly appreciate your feedback and will be sure to share it with our team. If there’s anything we can help with, feel free to reach out.
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Ethan O.
6/13/2025
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Too Early to say - so far so good

I bought the 1 gallon trees - they were planted about a month ago in mid May. As of yesterday, all 20 of them are still alive. These trees at this age are very top heavy, so you have to play around with staking to help distribute their weight.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Ethan! Thanks for the update. Sounds like you're giving them a great start! With young trees, staking definitely helps while they settle in. Let us know if you need any tips along the way, we're always here to help.
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Chris S.
6/12/2025
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Great so far

Trees arrived on time with great packaging. They are doing great for now, but time will tell. I have good hopes that they will survive.

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