Western Red Cedar – Bare Root
$2.50
In stock
In stock
Thuja plicata
Size/Seed Zone: Bare root
Sun: Can tolerate some sun or shade
Soil Conditions: Moist sites
Special Uses: Timber, supports pollinators, birds, bank stabilization
Excellent for wildlife cover, for restoration projects, and as an ornamental. Fragrant wood and foliage. Good for erosion control.
Habitat Notes: This is an understory species. Will sunburn very easily and will dry out faster than other conifers. Partial shade, filtered light conditions are ideal. Will tolerate more seasonal wetness than fir trees, but requires more drainage than clay soils provide. Susceptible to insect infestations and damage.
ID Notes: Very full looking conifer with soft, scaled needles. The only true native cedar to Yamhill Co. lowlands.
Caring for Your Bare Root Plants
| Height at 20 yrs. | 35 ft. | Deer Browse | Moderate-High |
| Mature Height | 110 ft. | Wildlife Value | Moderate |
| Growth Rate | Slow | Timber Value | Marginal for valley sites |
| Lifespan | Long | Resprout Ability | No |
| Moisture Use | Moderate | Hardiness | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Low | ||
| Sun Tolerance | Low |
Wildflower Native Plant Database
Photo Credits: The Wild Garden, www.nwplants.com and Wikimedia Commons
