Plant Description
Thuja plicata
Western Red Cedar is an excellent tree for wildlife cover, works well for many restoration projects, and is also commonly used in landscaping. It provides erosion control as well. Western Red Cedar’s wood and foliage is pleasantly fragrant.
A Western Red Cedar against a gray sky and forest background.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height at 20 yrs | 35 ft |
| Mature Height | 110 ft |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Low |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | Important shelter for many animals |
| Timber Value | Low |
| Resprout Ability | No |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 5-7 |
| Flower Color | Red or Purple |
| Bloom Time | April |
| Habitat | Moist conifer forests |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Clade | Gymnosperms |
| Order | Cupressales |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Thuja |
| Species | T. plicata |
