Thuja occidentalis 'Full Speed A Hedge® Thin Man'

Thuja occidentalis ‘Full Speed A Hedge® Thin Man®’: Super-Skinny, Fast Privacy Screen

A standout from the Full Speed A Hedge® collection, ‘Thin Man®’ is built for tight spaces where you still want real height and year-round privacy. This bright green arborvitae grows fast and holds a compact, upright columnar shape, giving you a clean vertical line that looks crisp in every season. Its narrow footprint makes it easy to fit along fences, property lines, and side yards without crowding walkways or beds. The result is a sleek, modern screen that looks intentional, not bulky.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 360–450 cm
• Spread: 90–150 cm
• Flower Colour: Inconspicuous
• Flowering Period: Inconspicuous
• Foliage: Bright green evergreen foliage
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil

Uses and Benefits: ‘Thin Man®’ is ideal for narrow hedging, privacy screens, and clean vertical accents in modern landscapes. Use it to create a living wall along a fence, define outdoor rooms, or add structure beside entries and corners where taller shrubs would feel too wide. Its slim profile also works beautifully in rows where space is limited but you still want strong evergreen presence through winter.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun to part shade and water regularly during the first growing season to establish. Keep soil evenly moist during extended dry periods, especially in sandy sites, and mulch to conserve moisture and protect roots. Little pruning is needed, but a light trim in late spring can tighten the outline if desired. Provide adequate spacing for airflow and plan for its mature width when planting a hedge.

History: ‘Thin Man®’ was selected for a notably narrow, upright habit paired with fast growth, making it especially useful for today’s smaller properties and tighter planting zones. As part of the Full Speed A Hedge® line, it focuses on quick results and a strong, vertical evergreen form.

Final Thoughts: When you need height and privacy but cannot spare the width, ‘Full Speed A Hedge® Thin Man®’ delivers a tall, bright green screen that stays sleek, tidy, and easy to live with.