Thuja plicata
Western Redcedar, Giant Arborvitae
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
15 - 21m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade Full Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Residential
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
Yes
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Cultivar - Canadian Gold
Cultivar - Canadian Gold
Photograph provided by Glen Lumis
Cultivar - Canadian Gold
Cultivar - Canadian Gold
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment.
Management Notes
Less susceptible to browsing by deer than Thuja occidentalis