Green Giant Arborvitae
Best fast-growing evergreen for homeowners seeking a low-maintenance privacy screen.
This is the ultimate shortcut for instant backyard privacy, growing up to three feet a year to create a dense, impenetrable screen. You sacrifice the slow, deliberate charm of traditional landscaping for sheer speed and resilience, but the trade-off is a lush, year-round barrier that practically takes care of itself.
$39.99
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Who it's for
- Busy landscapers wanting a tidy, self-shaping evergreen
- Homeowners needing immediate visual screening and privacy
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, resilient landscape plants
Who should skip it
- Urban dwellers with limited yard space or small lots
- Residents in regions with heavy winter snowfall
- Casual gardeners unable to commit to regular watering schedules
Performance breakdown
Growth Velocity
Three feet of annual growth creates instant landscape impact.
Privacy Efficacy
Dense, pyramidal structure forms a near-impenetrable natural wall.
Pest Resistance
Robust natural defenses keep deer and common diseases at bay.
Maintenance Ease
Thrives with minimal intervention once established in the landscape.
Environmental Adaptability
Versatile root system handles diverse soil types and climates effortlessly.
Year-Round Aesthetics
Maintains a consistent, vibrant green hue throughout every season.
Key Specs
Mature Height
25 to 30 feet
Mature Spread
10 to 15 feet
Growth Rate
Up to 3 feet per year
Foliage Color
Rich green
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Available Container Sizes
3 gallon, 5 gallon, 10 gallon, 15 gallon
Available Heights
6', 7-8', 8-9', 10-12', 14'
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