Thuja plicata 'Green Giant' is a robust, fast-growing evergreen highly valued for privacy screens, windbreaks, and hedging. Its dense, uniform foliage features rich, green tones all year, providing continuous visual interest and coverage. This hybrid Western Red Cedar boasts excellent resistance to pests and diseases, making it a dependable choice for large landscapes and boundary plantings. With its adaptability and growth vigor, 'Green Giant' performs excellently in most climates, creating a stunning vertical presence without frequent maintenance.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate; well-drained soil preferred
- Growth rate: Fast
- Mature size (HxW): 50–60 ft x 12–15 ft
- Habit: Pyramidal, dense
- Bloom/interest: Year-round green foliage
- Hardiness zone: 5–8
- Soil tolerance: Adaptable; prefers rich, moist soil
- Drought/heat tolerance: High; once established
