RedCrocus Green Giant Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata | Evergreen Privacy Screen & Windbreak | 40- | Pet-Friendly, Deer Resistant | Large Landscape Plant 7/8' h B&B
.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } 'Green Giant' Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata 'Green Giante' Description A tall, fast-growing evergreen conifer valued for its dense, bright green foliage. It features conical growth with a classic evergreen silhouette, making it an ideal screen or windbreak plant. Suggested Uses Perfect for privacy screens, hedges, windbreaks, and landscape accents in large gardens and parks. Plant Details Botanical Name: Thuja plicata 'Green Giante' Common Name: 'Green Giant' Western Red Cedar Size & Growth: Reaches up to 40-60 ft tall with a spread of 12-20 ft; fast-growing at 3-5 ft per year Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Not applicable Growth Rate: Fast Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: other evergreen shrubs, conifers, and deciduous trees Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for optimal growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, especially in dry periods. Soil Type: Prefers fertile, loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Humidity: Tolerant of various humidity levels, prefers moderate humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow; mulching helps retain moisture. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in its nursery container. Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.