Western red cedar Giant arborvitae Thuja plicata

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Hardiness Zones: 5-8

Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Rapid
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist well drained soil but does well in clay; needs protection from wind
Texture: Fine
Form: Conical; narrow to broad pyramidal
Height: 50 to 80’
Width: 15 to 20’
Leaf: Rich green graceful foliage with white marks underneath; keeps foliage color in winter
Flower/Fruit: .5" erect female cones
Comments: Strong wood; cast dense shade; cinnamon red bark when young; does not tolerate salt spray; long lived
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