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Thuja x Junior Giant

Green Giant's baby - Junior Giant

Arborvitaes are prized for the contribution they make as evergreen privacy screens. Fast-growing, with dark-green, fragrant, feathery foliage, they are regarded as America’s most distinguished landscape plant. Well, guess what folks??? The famous ‘Green Giant’ sprouted a baby! Instead of a 30-40’ tall specimen, Junior Giant will mature at 15-20’, making it a much better fit for sites where space is limited. Just as long-lived as its predecessor, plant Junior Giant on 5’ spacings and expect to enjoy your own privacy for up to 40 years. You have to admit; this is an excellent investment!

As with some other arborvitaes, we suggest spring to early summer planting so the roots have enough time to get established before any harsh, drying winter winds develop. We also suggest no fertilizer after mid-summer to avoid promoting new growth in late summer and fall. 

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Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Junior Giant Arborvitae
  • Botanical Name:
    Thuja standishii x plicata 'Junior Giant' PP31297
  • Type:
    Tree
  • Evergreen:
    YES

Cultural Details

TYPE

Tree

EVERGREEN

YES
  • Light:
    Full sun
  • Soil:
    Average garden soil
  • Moisture:
    Moist, but well-drained
  • Hardiness Zone
    6-8
  • Size:
    15-20’ tall x 8-10’ wide
  • Diseases & Pests:
    None known

What Makes Me Special?

If you've always wanted an arborvitae hedge, but thought they were too tall, Junior Giant is the perfect plant for you. Less trimming and the same deep green foliage all winter make this the perfect plant for smaller spaces.

Landscape Use

Hedges, screening, specimen, urban gardens

Origin

Hermitage Farms in Virginia

Propagation

Cuttings
Tissue Culture

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Junior Giant Arborvitae
  • Botanical Name:
    Thuja standishii x plicata 'Junior Giant' PP31297
  • Type:
    Tree
  • Evergreen:
    YES

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