Green Giant Arborvitae Live Plant – 3 Pack – 6-12 inch Fast Growing Evergreen Privacy Trees Outdoor

Overview

Cultivate a lush and effective privacy barrier with our Green Giant Arborvitae live plant starter pack. These robust, rapidly growing evergreen trees are renowned for their ability to create a dense, natural screen in a relatively short period. Each pack contains three well-rooted starter plants, typically ranging from 6-12 inches in height, ready to establish quickly in your garden. The ‘Green Giant’ (Thuja plicata ‘Green Giant’) is a hybrid conifer known for its vigorous growth rate, often adding 3-5 feet of height annually, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a quick solution for privacy or a windbreak. These majestic trees develop a broad pyramidal shape and feature attractive medium to dark green foliage that retains its color throughout the year, providing continuous visual appeal and structural beauty to any landscape.

The Green Giant Arborvitae live plant is highly adaptable and resilient, making it a favorite among landscapers and homeowners alike. It offers a low-maintenance solution for creating an imposing natural fence or enhancing property boundaries. Whether you’re aiming to block out unsightly views, reduce noise, or simply enjoy a more secluded outdoor space, these trees are a superb investment. Their columnar form and dense branching habit ensure a solid screen, while their evergreen nature guarantees year-round coverage. Experience the joy of watching your landscape transform with these magnificent, easy-to-grow trees.

Key Benefits

Investing in fast growing privacy trees like the Green Giant Arborvitae offers numerous advantages, enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of your property. These benefits extend beyond mere visual appeal, providing practical solutions for common landscaping needs.

• Rapid Growth for Quick Privacy: Achieve a mature and effective privacy screen in just a few years. These trees grow an impressive 3-5 feet annually, allowing you to establish a substantial barrier much faster than many other evergreen varieties. This rapid development is a key reason many choose the Green Giant Arborvitae live plant for their landscaping projects.
• Year-Round Evergreen Foliage: Enjoy consistent greenery and visual appeal throughout all seasons. The dense, dark green foliage remains vibrant even in winter, providing a constant lush backdrop for your garden and ensuring continuous privacy.
• Effective Windbreak Protection: Shield your home and garden from strong winds. The dense branching and substantial height of these trees create an excellent natural windbreak, protecting other plants and making your outdoor living spaces more comfortable.
• Enhanced Property Privacy: Create a secluded and peaceful outdoor space, free from unwanted views and external disturbances. A well-established row of these trees acts as a living wall, offering unparalleled solitude.
• Low Maintenance Once Established: While initial care is important, once established, these trees are relatively easy to care for. They are tolerant of various soil conditions and are generally pest and disease resistant, reducing the need for constant attention.
• Adaptable to Various Climates: The evergreen arborvitae thrives across a wide range of USDA Hardiness Zones (5-8), making it suitable for many different regions and climates across the United States.
• Increased Property Value: A well-landscaped property with mature, healthy privacy trees can significantly increase curb appeal and overall property value.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Green Giant Arborvitae live plant is straightforward, especially once it has become established. These trees are known for their resilience and adaptability, but providing the right conditions from the start will ensure vigorous growth and a healthy, dense privacy screen. They thrive best in full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, but can tolerate partial shade. While they are adaptable, optimal growth will occur in a sunny location.

When it comes to soil, Green Giants prefer well-drained soil. They are not overly particular about soil type and can grow in clay, sand, or loam, as long as it’s not waterlogged. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Watering is crucial during the first year of establishment. Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells, to encourage a strong root system. Once established, they are quite drought-tolerant but will benefit from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods. For fertilization, a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring can promote healthy growth, though it often isn’t strictly necessary in fertile soils. Proper care will ensure your privacy screen trees reach their full potential.

These trees are hardy in USDA Zones 5-8. They can withstand cold winters and hot summers within this range. When planting for a privacy screen trees, space them 5-6 feet apart for a dense hedge; for individual specimens, plant them 10-15 feet apart. Pruning is generally not required for Green Giants, as they naturally maintain their conical shape. However, light shaping or removal of dead branches can be done in late winter or early spring. Watch out for common issues like bagworms, though these trees are generally pest-resistant. With proper care, your Green Giant care routine will be minimal and rewarding.

Size & Details

This offering includes a 3-pack of Green Giant Arborvitae live plant starter specimens. Each plant typically arrives well-rooted and measures between 6-12 inches in height, providing an excellent foundation for rapid growth. These young trees are shipped in a condition ready for immediate planting and establishment. With an impressive growth rate of 3-5 feet per year, you can expect these plants to quickly contribute to your desired landscape privacy. At maturity, a single Green Giant Arborvitae can reach an impressive height of 20-30 feet and a width of 8-12 feet, forming a substantial, broad pyramidal shape.

The plants are suitable for creating a dense privacy screen, for which a spacing of 5-6 feet apart is recommended to allow for canopy closure. For individual specimens or a less dense barrier, planting them 10-15 feet apart will give them ample space to develop their full mature size. The foliage is a consistent medium to dark green, maintaining its color year-round, which is a hallmark of this resilient evergreen arborvitae. These starter plants are an ideal way to begin your journey towards a beautiful and functional landscape feature, providing significant impact in a relatively short timeframe.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How tall will these Green Giant Arborvitae live plants get at maturity? A: At full maturity, these impressive trees can reach heights of 20-30 feet, providing substantial vertical coverage for an effective privacy screen. Their mature width can range from 8-12 feet, creating a dense barrier.
• Q: What size are the plants I will receive? A: You will receive three well-rooted evergreen arborvitae starter plants, each typically ranging from 6-12 inches in height. These are young, healthy plants ready for transplanting and growth.
• Q: How much sun do these privacy screen trees need? A: For optimal growth and density, Green Giant Arborvitae prefer full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. However, they are quite adaptable and can tolerate partial shade, though growth may be slightly slower.
• Q: How far apart should I plant them for a fast growing privacy trees screen? A: For a dense and rapid privacy screen, we recommend planting your Green Giant Arborvitae live plant specimens 5-6 feet apart. If you prefer individual trees or a less dense barrier, spacing them 10-15 feet apart is suitable.
• Q: What is the best time of year to plant these trees? A: The optimal time to plant is typically mid to late spring, after the last danger of hard frost has passed. Summer and early fall are also suitable, provided the plants receive adequate water and care during establishment.
• Q: Is this evergreen arborvitae easy to care for, especially for beginners? A: Yes, Green Giant Arborvitae are considered relatively low-maintenance, especially once established. They are tolerant of various soil conditions and generally resistant to pests and diseases, making them a great choice for both experienced gardeners and beginners focusing on Green Giant care.
• Q: What kind of soil do these fast growing privacy trees prefer? A: They prefer well-drained soil but are adaptable to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sand. The most important factor is good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
• Q: Will these trees survive winter in my region? A: These privacy screen trees are hardy in USDA Zones 5-8, meaning they are well-suited to withstand the winter conditions within these zones. Always check your local hardiness zone before planting.
• Q: What condition will the plants arrive in? A: We take great care in packaging to ensure your plants arrive in excellent, well-rooted condition. They will be carefully prepared for transit to minimize stress and ensure they are ready for planting.
• Q: How long until I have a full privacy screen? A: Due to their rapid growth rate of 3-5 feet per year, you can expect a substantial privacy screen to form within 3-5 years, depending on initial plant size and growing conditions. Consistent Green Giant care will accelerate this process.