Thuja Plicata (Western Red Cedar)
Thuja Plicata (Western Red Cedar)
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Thuja Plicata (Western Red Cedar) is a fast-growing evergreen conifer valued for its dense, attractive foliage and strong screening ability. It forms a tall, graceful, pyramidal tree with flat sprays of rich green foliage, making it ideal for large gardens, windbreaks, privacy screens, and feature planting.
This hardy conifer is a great choice for customers wanting year-round structure, natural beauty, and reliable coverage. Its lush evergreen foliage creates a soft, elegant look while providing excellent landscape impact in spacious areas.
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Mature height
15–30m+
Mature width
4–8m
Spacing
3–6m apart for screening; wider for specimen planting
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Green foliage, reddish-brown bark, brown cones
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Inconspicuous; cones develop seasonally
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low to moderate; prune if used as hedge or screen
Root System
Wide-spreading, fibrous root system