Description
Cedar – Western Green Giant (Thuja plicata 'Green Giant') is a fast-growing evergreen tree prized for its tall, columnar-pyramidal shape and lush, rich green foliage. Perfect for creating year-round privacy screens or vertical accents, this resilient cedar adapts well to full sun or partial shade and thrives in a range of garden conditions. With a growth rate of up to 3 feet per year, it offers quick coverage and lasting structure in the landscape.
Reaching mature heights of 40–55 feet and spreading 14–16 feet wide, the Western Green Giant is well-suited to larger garden spaces. It retains its color beautifully through all seasons and performs best in moist, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. Hardy in zones 5–8 and low-maintenance once established, this tree is a smart choice for long-term privacy, windbreaks, or dramatic garden accents.
Each plant comes in a #15 (15 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Thuja Plicata Green Giant
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: when first planted, water every other day for a couple of weeks
Soil: likes moist, well draining soil with organic matter
Zone: 5 – 8
Plant Shape: columnar-pyramidal
Plant Type: evergreen tree
Mature Size: height (40' – 55'), width (14' – 16')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: around 3 feet a year
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