Nov 19, 2025 · Green Giant arborvitae is a vigorous hybrid evergreen, formed by crossing Western redcedar and Japanese arborvitae, known for its rapid growth. Its lush, dense, green …

Thuja is a genus of 6 species of coniferous, evergreen trees from East Asia and North America. Sizes range from dwarf cultivars to large trees. They make excellent garden plants. Genus …

A hybrid cultivar of the western redcedar and Japanese arborvitae (Thuja standishii), it was developed in the 1930s in Denmark and introduced to the United States in 1967 when the U.S. …

Apr 12, 2024 · 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 …

Feb 6, 2022 · This guide covers Green Giant Arborvitae, a Thuja plicata × standishii hybrid valued for fast growth and strong screening. Learn care, spacing, and more tips.

Thuja ‘Green Giant’, also known as Green Giant Arborvitae, is an exceptionally fast-growing, large, and hardy evergreen, ideal for creating quick, natural barriers and enhancing privacy in …

Oct 22, 2024 · In this guide, we will cover every aspect of Green Giant arborvitae care, from planting to maintaining a healthy, vibrant tree.

In 1967, a single plant reputed to be Thuja (standishii x plicata) was received from D.T. Poulsen, Kvistgaard, Denmark, and planted at the U.S. National Arboretum. This plant exhibited …

Aug 14, 2025 · Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja standishii x plicata) is a fast-growing evergreen tree that belongs to the Cupressaceae family, which includes cypresses and cedars.

The green giant arborvitae is a large, vigorous, fast-growing evergreen. Its natural pyramidal to conical form boasts dense, rich green foliage that darkens or bronzes slightly in the winter. …