Junior Giant Arborvitae
Junior Giant Arborvitae (Thuja plicata ‘Junior Giant’) is a versatile, fast-growing evergreen tree perfect for creating privacy screens and windbreaks or as a striking focal point in any landscape. With its lush, dense foliage and uniform, upright growth habit, this compact version of the traditional Giant Arborvitae grows to a manageable height of 15-20 feet, making it ideal for smaller gardens or tight spaces. Its rich green foliage retains its vibrant color year-round, offering a stunning backdrop to your landscape while also providing excellent coverage for privacy and noise reduction.
In addition to its beauty, Junior Giant Arborvitae is highly adaptable and low-maintenance. This hardy tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, from clay to sandy soils, as long as they are well-drained. Once established, Junior Giant Arborvitae is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care, making it a perfect option for homeowners seeking an easy-care tree that delivers both aesthetic appeal and practical benefits. Its dense, pyramidal shape rarely needs pruning, and its deer-resistant nature adds to its low-maintenance appeal.
Whether used in formal hedges, as a natural screen, or as a solitary specimen, Junior Giant Arborvitae is an excellent choice for adding year-round greenery and structure to your garden. Its moderate size makes it suitable for residential landscapes, while its fast growth rate ensures that you’ll have a beautiful, lush privacy hedge or windbreak in just a few years. For gardeners seeking a versatile, easy-care evergreen with lasting visual impact, Junior Giant Arborvitae is an ideal solution.
