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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

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

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SKU:nte0570-redcrocus

Pot Size

'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.
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