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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Pat C.
7/10/2025
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Awesome product and service!

I ordered two sets of trees, which arrived quickly in perfect condition! We planted them immediately and they are doing great! They have even gotten taller already! Thank you Fast Growing Trees!

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Robert O.
7/9/2025
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Thuja Green Giants

Trees were healthy looking and height I expected. I bought 10 trees and 2 do not thrive but Fast Growing Trees promptly replaced them at no charge, and they are all doing well!

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Robert! We are so glad to hear your trees are doing well and that we could help make things right with the two that did not thrive. Thank you for trusting us with your landscape and for growing with us.
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Sandy D.
7/8/2025

So happy with this company

I am so pleased with Fast Growing Trees. I like that they ship quickly . Recently I received my order of 4 trees. One of them wasn't looking like I expected and like the other three were. . I got in touch with the company and they replaced the tree free of charge and within just a few days. . I was so extremely happy with them , that I ordered 10 more and I'm anxious to get them planted. . . I wouldn't look any farther than FastGrowingTrees for my next tree purchase. . .

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello Sandy! Thank you so much for your kind words. We are truly sorry one of the trees did not arrive as expected, and we will be sure to share your feedback with both our team and our carriers. We are always happy to help whenever you need us and are thrilled to have you growing with us. Enjoy planting your next set of trees!
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Bryan K.
7/8/2025
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Quality Trees Fast

Experience was great amd shipping was fast. Trees were very healthy and have held up well post planting.

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Shepard F.
7/7/2025
Verified Buyer

20 Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae’s planted

We purchased 20 of these trees this Spring to plant along the road to eventually give us some privacy and sound barrier. We purchased the 2-3’ size. The trees we received were healthy and bigger than I expected. They are fairly skinny still but all 20 have survived and gotten to look pretty green and healthy. It took a decent bit of watering the first month or so, but now they don’t need it as often and they are definitely growing quickly. Looking forward to seeing them progress the next few years.

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