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Thuja Green Giant

Thuja Green Giant

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Height: 1-2 ft.
Pack Options: 10-Pack

Product Details

Thuja Green Giant is a large, evergreen tree that is part of the cypress family. It makes a tall green privacy hedge when planted in a row or staggered along a border. It has thick and lush conifer foliage all year round.

Instead of a fence, the quick-growing Thuja Green Giant is a greener alternative and more cost-effective. It will grow 3-5 feet yearly once settled in and established.

Green Giant is easy to grow, adaptable to varying climates and environments, and pest- and disease-resistant. It grows in a uniform shape without the need for pruning.

It requires very little maintenance and is a perfect, drought-resistant plant for any garden.

Epic Tip: Watering your new plants is crucial to its growing success in your garden!

We recommend the following:

  • First week - Water Daily
  • Weeks 2-4 - Water 3-5 times a week or when soil is noticeably dry
  • Months 2-12 - Water 1-2 times per week or when soil is noticeably dry

Thuja Green Giant trees are grown from propagated cuttings and are not grafted.

Note: This item does not ship to AZ and OR.

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Specification

1-2ft tree comes in an 1qt size pot.

2-3ft tree comes in an 3 gallon size pot.

3-4ft tree comes in an 3 gallon size pot.

4-5ft tree comes in an 7 gallon size pot.

5-6ft tree comes in an 7 gallon size pot.

Why You'll Love It

Evergreen: Thick green foliage all year round is ideal for screening and border hedging.

Easy to Maintain: Fertilizing annually and watering when necessary is all that's required for care.

Container Plants: They are excellent container plants, and it’s easy to keep them compact and still have an iconic pyramidal shape.

Pest and Disease Resistant: Few problems to worry about.

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Thuja Green Giant

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If planting in a row as a screen, plant one every 5-6 feet to form a dense hedge. Individual trees will grow 30-50 feet tall without pruning to keep them compact. For each tree, dig a hole three times the width of the root ball and just as deep. Plant the tree and backfill with the same soil, pressing it down to remove air pockets as you go. Water it in well and add a good layer of mulch, keeping a gap between the mulch layer and the tree's trunk.

Sunlight:

Plant Thuja Green Giant in full sun, although it will also tolerate partial shade. It will grow best with at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.

Hardiness Zones:

These conifers can be grown across a large area in zones from 5-8. They are hardy down to -10°F (-23°C).

Growth:

Thuja Green Giant grows very fast at 3-5 feet per year.

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Product Info

Mature Height: 30-50 ft.

Mature Width: 30 ft.

Sunlight: Full-Part Sun

Growth Rate: Fast

Does Not Ship To: AZ, OR

Care and Maintenance

Watering: When initially planted, water every other day to ensure the tree has ready access to moisture. Gradually taper off watering to once a week after a month or two. Once established, these may not need to be watered except during periods of drought.

Fertilizing: Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer made specifically for evergreen trees and shrubs.

Pruning: Thuja Green Giant can be pruned to keep them compact and at a specific height if used for a neat border plant. The plants will be dense and green all year, and pruning should be done annually after the last frost to keep their form. Make symmetrical cuts at a 45° angle. If not grouped as a border, the trees do not need pruning at all.

Pests and Diseases: Unlike other conifers, Thuja Green Giant is not prone to bagworm damage or deer problems. However, avoid conditions that cause plant stress such as prolonged drought.

Recovery Time: Transitioning from our nursery to your home can be a bit of a shock to your plant. A short acclimation period helps it recover and reduces stress.

Climate Adjustment: Every environment is unique. Giving your plant time to adjust to the local climate, humidity, and light conditions in a shady spot will set it up for better growth and health.

How to Acclimate Your Plant: Keep the plant in its container and place it in a shady, sheltered area away from high winds. Ensure it's watered adequately – the soil should be moist but not waterlogged. Monitor the plant for any signs of distress and allow it to adjust for a few days before planting. After a few days of acclimation, your plant will be better prepared to thrive in its new home for years to come.

Planting Care

Sunlight: Plant Thuja Green Giant in full sun, although it will also tolerate partial shade. It will grow best with at least 6 hours of sunlight a day.

Growth: Thuja Green Giant grows very fast at 3-5 feet per year.

Hardiness Zone: These conifers can be grown across a large area in zones from 5-8. They are hardy down to -10°F (-23°C).

Growing Zone

Growing Zone 5-8