Green giant arborvitae

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…

Are you shopping for arborvitae but aren't sure which variety to choose? The ‘Green Giant’ has a lot to offer gardeners. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago details everything you need to know about planting, growing, and caring for ‘Green Giant’ arborvitae.

It may be small now, but this Green Giant Arborvitae Seedling from National Plant Network will truly live up to its name. Growing in a dense, pyramid-like shape, the versatile tree can be pruned to create a low screen or hedge or left to tower over your outdoor space, forming a large privacy hedge or windscreen. Boasting a vibrant green color year-round, the hearty plant resists disease and thrives in a variety of soils, making it a wonderful addition to your landscaping.

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

Add these backyard plants for an extra dose of privacy. From trees to shrubs, these plants will look great in any home.

There have been several samples of arborvitae brought in over the past few weeks. In each case, there were brown spots showing up on the shrub. I inspected the samples but could not find any eviden…

Arborvitae are hardy, fast-growing evergreen trees. Commonly used as windscreen or hedges, arborvitae also make attractive accents for many landscaping

Arborvitae is fairly easy to grow, but one of the common questions Eco Tree Company gets is, "Why is my arborvitae turning brown?"

@sixtyfifthavenue on Instagram: "We planted a long row of green giant arborvitae along the back of our property spring of 2020. Believe the hype, these guys grow crazy fast! Having a solid green backdrop and privacy for our parterre garden (created spring 2022) is a dream come true. I remember sitting on our sun baked patio one night eating dinner with the family and not being able to find relief even with a giant umbrella. I looked out towards the back of our property and the grass was…

15 Best Fast Growing Trees to plant for privacy around your backyard include Lombardy Poplar, Baby Giant Arborvitae, and Ficus, among others.