# Arborvitae Care Guide

> Learn how to grow arborvitae for privacy and wildlife.
- Title: Arborvitae Care Guide · Birds and Blooms | Shortify
- Summary: Learn how to grow arborvitae for privacy and wildlife. Arborvitae trees provide privacy and wildlife habitat when grown in full sun with well-draining soil.
- Keywords: arborvitae, privacy hedge, wildlife habitat, evergreen trees, garden care, Birds and Blooms
- Source: Birds and Blooms — https://birdsandblooms.com/gardening/growing-trees-shrubs-grasses/arborvitae-care
- Author: Erica Browne Grivas
- Published: 2026-11-12T15:56:42+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: arborvitae, privacy hedge, wildlife habitat, evergreen trees, garden care
## What is Arborvitae?
Arborvitae trees are popular evergreens for privacy hedges and wildlife habitats.
## Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-draining soil.
## Size and Types
American arborvitae grows to 30 feet; giant arborvitae can reach 200 feet.
## Wildlife Benefits
Birds, bees, butterflies, and deer use arborvitae for food and shelter.
## Key takeaway

Arborvitae trees provide privacy and wildlife habitat when grown in full sun with well-draining soil.