Thuja plicata Western Red Cedar Live Tree | #1 Container - Giant Arborvitae Privacy Hedge

About This Plant

Thuja plicata, commonly known as Western Red Cedar or Giant Arborvitae, is an evergreen conifer valued for soft, aromatic green foliage and a dense growth habit. This young, established tree is grown in a #1 container and is suitable for privacy hedges, windbreaks, and ornamental screens. It is fast-growing and adapts to formal or natural landscape styles.

What You Will Receive

1 live Thuja plicata tree originally grown in a #1 container. The tree is healthy, rooted, and ready for planting with secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Western Red Cedar, Giant Arborvitae, Pacific Red Cedar
• Botanical Name: Thuja plicata
• Plant Type: Evergreen conifer tree
• Growth Stage: Young established tree
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-draining adaptable soil
• Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
• Growth Rate: Fast growing
• Mature Height: 150–200+ ft unpruned
• Maintained Hedge Height: Easily maintained at 6–20 ft
• USDA Zones: 5–8
• Foliage: Soft, scale-like aromatic green foliage
• Uses: Privacy hedge, windbreak, specimen tree, screening
• Container Compatibility: Yes, while young

Care Tips

Space plants evenly when creating hedges for dense coverage. Regular pruning encourages fuller growth and helps maintain the desired hedge height and shape.

Notes: Western Red Cedar pollen and wood dust may irritate sensitive individuals. Use caution when pruning if you have allergies or asthma.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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