If you're looking to add some interesting foliage and flowers to your home garden this year, trees and shrubs are a great option. Not only will they add beauty to your outdoor space but also provide much-needed shade and privacy.

This blog lists four species of plants, including the popular Thuja Green Giant, that are relatively low maintenance and will give character to your space.

Thuja Trees

Thuja trees are a popular choice among homeowners because of their fast growth and low maintenance requirements. These evergreens can be found in a variety of shapes, sizes, and even colors and range from small shrubs to towering trees. They're perfect for creating a natural screen of sorts, as they quickly grow dense foliage that blocks out noise and adds privacy.

Let's take a look at two easily available varieties.

Thuja Green Giant

Thuja Green Giant is a popular variety that can grow up to 60 feet tall and 20 feet wide. Now you know how it gets its name! This evergreen is known for its ability to withstand harsh weather conditions and gain height quickly, making it an excellent choice regardless of where you are in the United States.

American Pillar Arborvitae

The American Pillar Arborvitae is another variety of the Thuja tree.

This narrow and upright evergreen can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Unlike the wider Green Giant, it's known for its pillar like shape, which makes it an excellent option for those looking to add some vertical interest to their garden.

If you're looking for something easy to care for, the American Pillar Arborvitae may be the right choice for you. The highly adaptable tree can tolerate a variety of soil types and weather conditions, so you won't need to worry about it too much.

The dense foliage provides excellent coverage when it comes to privacy. It also blocks out noise and protects from wind, which makes it ideal for busy neighborhoods or areas prone to harsh weather conditions.

Last but not least, American Pillar Arborvitae is resistant to many common pests and diseases, which adds to its low-maintenance characteristic.

Weigela Shrub

The Weigela is a deciduous shrub, which means that it sheds its leave after growing season. While it’s around, it produces beautiful, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, white, and red. This plant is known for its vibrant blooms that attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to your garden.

This shrub is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in a variety of soil types. So if you're looking to add some color to your garden without too much upkeep, this is an excellent option.

The Wine and Roses variety produces deep pink flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer, so you've still got time. The leaves have a tinge of purple which adds another unique element to the foliage in your garden.

The Colorful Hydrangea

Hydrangea is a popular shrub that produces large, showy flowers in shades of pink, blue, white, and purple. This plant is known for its beautiful blooms that last throughout the summer and well into fall as well. If you're looking for a versatile plant that can be grown as a shrub or trained to grow as a tree, this one's for you!

Annabelle and Nikko Blue are two of the most popular varieties of this plant. The former produces large, white flowers, while the latter adds a pop of color with flowers in shades of blue.

Looking to add some character to your garden? Consider growing some Arborvitae Trees and Thuja Green Giants for both beauty and privacy. When you buy from Thuja Gardens you can even make use of their expertise and planting tips.

This team of hobbyists with green thumbs has been growing high-quality Thuja trees for nearly two decades. Their collection boasts Thuja Green Giants, American Pillar Arborvitaes, Virginian Arborvitae, and Thuja Can Can for sale.

Contact them to see how you can place your order.

About The Author

Jeremy H. is a gardening enthusiast who is always working on his home's landscape. His love for the thuja tree is more than apparent in how he's used them to create walls within the garden.