Fast Evergreen Screen: 'Green Giant' Arborvitae in Staggered Rows

Q: Developer building across creek—need tall, fast privacy screen.

A: Two landscapers recommend 'Green Giant' arborvitae. Plant 10-12 ft apart in two staggered rows for quick tall screen.

staggering these arborvitae would make a better screen

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