Thuja 'Junior Giant' Arborvitae
Best low-maintenance evergreen for homeowners seeking compact privacy screening.
Introducing the Thuja 'Junior Giant' Arborvitae, a refined evergreen that brings year-round beauty to your landscape. As a more compact cultivar of the popular 'Green Giant', it boasts a denser habit and deep green foliage, making it ideal for smaller gardens. This variety naturally forms a pyramidal shape, requiring minimal pruning while offering excellent privacy screening. Enjoy its subtle fragrance and reliable evergreen presence, providing a lifespan of up to 40 years with low maintenance. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering a beautiful, low-care addition to any home.
$28.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1080
/ 2713
#1080 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
SKU
29411
Who it's for
- Homeowners needing immediate visual screening and privacy
- Gardeners with limited space seeking low-maintenance structure
- Busy landscapers wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant greenery
Who should skip it
- Property owners with limited vertical clearance or overhead lines
- Residents in regions with harsh, wind-swept winter climates
- Gardeners unable to commit to a consistent watering schedule
Performance breakdown
Privacy Screening Efficacy
Dense foliage creates a reliable, year-round visual barrier for landscapes.
Maintenance Requirements
Natural pyramidal growth minimizes the need for regular pruning efforts.
Deer Resistance
Strong natural defenses help protect against common browsing wildlife damage.
Landscape Versatility
Compact footprint fits perfectly into smaller gardens where space is limited.
Hardiness and Longevity
Robust genetics ensure a reliable, long-term presence in diverse climates.
Establishment Ease
Requires well-drained soil and consistent sun to reach full potential.
Key Specs
SKU
29411
Genus/Species
Thuja plicata x standishii
Cultivar
'Junion Giant'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
20 Feet
Mature Width
10 Feet
Hardiness Zones
USDA 5 - 8
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Compact size for smaller landscapes
- Denser growth with darker green foliage
- Maintains natural pyramidal form
- Resistant to deer damage
- Provides excellent privacy screening
- Low maintenance needs
- Year-round evergreen interest
- Pleasant evergreen fragrance
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality and reliability of the Junior Giant Arborvitae. Reviewers frequently mention plants arrive healthy and well packaged, establishing quickly with minimal effort. The standout positive theme is the vigorous, dependable growth rate, which swiftly provides desired privacy screening. Despite some wishing for a larger initial size, the overall consensus confirms this arborvitae offers outstanding performance and long term value. It proves to be a hardy and resilient landscape choice, delivering on expectations for robust growth and enduring appeal.
Know before you buy
The 'Junior Giant' is a more compact cultivar, reaching a mature height of 20 feet compared to the much larger 'Green Giant.' It features a denser growth habit and darker green foliage, making it better suited for smaller residential landscapes.
Yes, this cultivar is known for being resistant to deer damage. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, it is a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a common concern.
Since the 'Junior Giant' reaches a mature width of 10 feet, you should space them approximately 8 to 10 feet apart if you want them to grow together into a solid, dense hedge.
No, the 'Junior Giant' naturally develops a uniform, pyramidal shape on its own. It requires minimal to no pruning to maintain its tidy appearance.
While it can be grown in a large container temporarily, it is best suited for in-ground planting. Its mature size and root system will eventually require the space and stability of the ground to thrive long-term.
This arborvitae thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8, meaning it can handle a variety of climates within those regions.
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