Fast Growing Trees Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae

For a dense, continuous privacy hedge, space your trees 5 to 8 feet apart. Planting them closer together will result in a faster-forming wall, while wider spacing allows each tree more room to mature.

No, this variety is prized for its naturally uniform, pyramidal growth habit. It maintains a clean, symmetrical shape on its own, so pruning is generally unnecessary unless you want to control its height or width.

Yes, the Green Giant is known for its structural resilience. Its strong branches are resistant to ice and snow damage, making it a reliable choice for regions that experience harsh winter weather.

These trees perform best in full sun to partial shade. While they are highly adaptable, providing at least six hours of direct sunlight daily will encourage the fastest growth and densest foliage.

Once their root systems are well-established in the ground, they exhibit excellent drought tolerance. However, it is important to provide regular, deep watering during the first year of planting to ensure they develop a strong, healthy root structure.

Because this variety grows 3 to 5 feet per year, you will see significant vertical progress within the first few seasons. If you need immediate coverage, we recommend purchasing the larger container sizes.