Green giant arborvitae landscaping

I am a conifer aficionado. On my 3-acre spread there are currently more than 100 specimens representing 15 different genera -- about all that are hardy in central Indiana. One of my favorites is arborvitae, the genus Thuja. There is a native midwestern arborvitae (T. occidentalis), referred to as eastern white cedar by some. Unfortunately, we destroyed all the wild native Indiana populations, but the species is common in the horticultural trade. I have several cultivars of T. occidentalis in…

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Growing 3-5 feet a year, and topping out at 60 feet tall, Green Giant arborvitae are perfect for hedges and privacy screens. They stay full and green year-round and are resistant to insect pest problems, as well as deer. These evergreens are adaptable to most hardiness zones if they have well-draining soil and plenty of room to grow.

I've set out everything you need to know about green giant arborvitae spacing, including maintenance & expert tips on caring for these majestic giants.

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This post will tell you all you need to know about planting and growing your Thuja Green Giant. Best choice for privacy tree needs.

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Thuja ‘Green Giant’ is susceptible to very few pest or disease problems. Most gardeners will never have any issues with their ‘Green Giants’. But if you do encounter pests and diseases of Thuja Green Giant, here is how to solve them in our list of Thuja Green Giant Tree Problems. Thuja Green Giant arborvitae shrub is one of our most popular ornamental trees for hedges, privacy screens, and windbreaks. It is a fast growing evergreen shrub, adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, and…

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