Vanguard has many top ETFs to choose from these days. Here are two attractive options for growth investors: the Vanguard Russell 1000 Growth Index Fund ETF ( VONG -0.38%) and Vanguard Small-Cap Growth Index Fund ETF ( VBK -0.34%).

Vanguard exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a fantastic choice for retired investors looking to play the long game with their portfolios. Undoubtedly, Vanguard is a name that passive investors can put their trust in.

Here are my three favorite Vanguard ETFs to buy and hold for decades. Warren Buffett doesn't give a seal of approval to ETFs like Good Housekeeping does with consumer products. If he did, though, I suspect the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO) would be the first to receive such a distinction from the legendary investor.

The Vanguard Growth ETF is heavily concentrated in a handful of companies. Both ETFs have what it takes to continue rewarding patient investors. Maintaining a diversified portfolio can make it easier to endure volatility or even a stock market sell-off.