Thuja X plicata
Western Red Cedar
Description
50-100' tall, 25-60' wide. Adaptable to many climate zones. Many designer cultivar forms available.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
25-40', 40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Lawn
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.