- USDA Hardiness Zones 5 - 9
- Height 40 - 60 Feet
- Spread 12 - 18 Feet
- Full Sun
Green Giant Arborvitae (Thuja plicata ‘Green Giant’) is known for its dense, feathery foliage and robust columnar form, perfect for year-round privacy or as a striking focal point. Its dark green needles maintain color even in winter, with only a slight bronze cast in colder climates. Mature trees can stretch 40 to 60 feet tall but stay narrowly pyramidal, making them ideal for hedging without consuming too much yard space. Capable of growing up to 3 feet per year, this evergreen quickly delivers a lush, stately presence in any landscape.
Choosing a live Green Giant Arborvitae for holiday décor helps you avoid single-use plastic or cut trees that end up in the landfill. Once the season is over, you can plant it outdoors instead of throwing it away, providing both a permanent landscape element and fewer wasted materials. The faint resinous scent also adds a natural aroma to indoor settings, creating a cozy ambience during shorter, darker days.
Holiday Green Giant Arborvitae Care
Water consistently while indoors, keeping the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Place the arborvitae in a bright spot away from direct heat sources, turning it occasionally so it retains a uniform shape. From January until your final frost date, check the soil weekly for dryness and mist lightly if the surrounding air is particularly dry.
When your area no longer risks frost, gradually transition your arborvitae outside by setting it outdoors for a few hours daily. Once acclimated, select a sunny site with well-drained soil and dig a hole twice the width of the root ball. Position the root flare just above ground level, backfill gently, and water thoroughly. A layer of mulch around the base retains moisture, letting this hardy evergreen grow quickly into a natural screen, hedge, or eye-catching specimen.
Holiday Green Giant Arborvitae Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
| Flower Color(s): n/a |
| Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun |
| Height: 40-60 Feet |
| Spread: 12-18 Feet |
| Habit: Pyramidal |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Interest Year-Round |
| Scientific Name: Thuja (standish x plicata) 'Green Giant' |
| Common Name: Green Giant Arborvitae |
- SKU:
- GRGIARB-Holiday
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations