What Drawbacks Does Thuja Green Giant Have?

[Bowie]

I’m thinking about planting Thuja Green Giant in my yard, but before I do, what drawbacks does Thuja Green Giant have that I should know about for long-term growth and maintenance?

 

[Luther]

The biggest issue is bagworms. If you don't catch them early, they can defoliate and kill a mature tree in a single season. Keep an eye out for those little cocoons.

 

[PiikaaBooo]

Oh, they're great if you enjoy spending every Saturday on a 20 foot ladder trying to trim a tree that thinks it's trying to reach the moon.