Thuja plicata

Western Red Cedar, Giant Arborvitae, Giant Cedar, Incense Cedar

Family: Cupressaceae Cypress


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 8A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Screen, specimen
Height 50' to 75' / 15.20m to 22.80m
Spread 15' to 20' / 4.60m to 6.00m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Columnar, pyramidal
Attributes and features Native to North America