About Thuja plicata – Western Red Cedar
Thuja plicata, commonly known as Western Red Cedar, is a magnificent, fast-growing evergreen conifer valued for its dense, aromatic foliage, naturally pyramidal habit and impressive architectural presence. Its flattened sprays of glossy, dark-green, scale-like leaves provide year-round colour and substantial visual screening, while its reddish-brown, fibrous bark adds character as the tree matures.
Western Red Cedar is particularly suited to large gardens, country properties, estates and landscape planting where tall evergreen screening and strong vertical structure are required. Although frequently used for hedging, it can also be grown as an individual specimen tree, developing into a substantial evergreen feature with an elegant, conical crown.
This vigorous tree performs best in full sun or partial shade and fertile, moist but well-drained soil. It tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and chalk, but should be protected from prolonged drought and cold, drying winds. Its considerable mature height and spread make it most suitable for generous planting spaces rather than small domestic gardens.
Key Features of Western Red Cedar
Fast growth rate • Tall, naturally pyramidal habit • Dense, aromatic evergreen foliage • Excellent year-round screening • Attractive reddish-brown fibrous bark • Strong architectural presence • Suitable for large gardens, estates and parkland • Provides valuable shelter and cover for birds
Thuja plicata Plant Specification
Mature size: Approximately 20–35m high × 8m+ wide when grown as an unrestricted specimen
Growth rate: Fast
Foliage: Evergreen
Position: Full sun or partial shade; preferably sheltered from cold, drying winds
Soil: Fertile, moist but well-drained clay, loam, sand or chalk; avoid prolonged drought and waterlogging
UK native: No – native to western North America
Wildlife value: Moderate – provides year-round shelter, nesting opportunities and protective cover for birds and other wildlife
Hardiness: RHS H6 – hardy throughout most UK growing conditions
Specimen Tree Delivery and Professional Planting
We can professionally plant specimen trees in the following postcode areas:
BB, BL, CH1–CH5, CW8, CW9, FY, L, LA1–LA6, M, OL, PR, SK1–SK12, WA and WN.
Please do not select professional planting at checkout if your property is outside these postcode areas without contacting us first.
If you live outside our normal installation area, please call 01942 604976 or email hello@landscapingemporium.co.uk. We may still be able to arrange planting, depending on your location, the tree size and site access.
Before ordering a large specimen tree, please consider delivery access, gate and passage widths, steps, slopes, overhead restrictions and the available planting space.
Western Red Cedar can develop into a very large tree with a substantial root system and broad crown. It should not be planted close to buildings, foundations, underground services or restricted boundaries without appropriate professional assessment.
For more information, please refer to our tree specification and delivery, access and planting guidance.
Landscaping Emporium – brought to you by Kirman Design
Unit 9, Bridgewater Business Park
Gladstone Street
Blackburn
BB1 3DL
Telephone: 01942 604976
Email: hello@landscapingemporium.co.uk
About Thuja plicata – Western Red Cedar
Thuja plicata, commonly known as Western Red Cedar, is a magnificent, fast-growing evergreen conifer valued for its dense, aromatic foliage, naturally pyramidal habit and impressive architectural presence. Its flattened sprays of glossy, dark-green, scale-like leaves provide year-round colour and substantial visual screening, while its reddish-brown, fibrous bark adds character as the tree matures.
Western Red Cedar is particularly suited to large gardens, country properties, estates and landscape planting where tall evergreen screening and strong vertical structure are required. Although frequently used for hedging, it can also be grown as an individual specimen tree, developing into a substantial evergreen feature with an elegant, conical crown.
This vigorous tree performs best in full sun or partial shade and fertile, moist but well-drained soil. It tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and chalk, but should be protected from prolonged drought and cold, drying winds. Its considerable mature height and spread make it most suitable for generous planting spaces rather than small domestic gardens.
Key Features of Western Red Cedar
Fast growth rate • Tall, naturally pyramidal habit • Dense, aromatic evergreen foliage • Excellent year-round screening • Attractive reddish-brown fibrous bark • Strong architectural presence • Suitable for large gardens, estates and parkland • Provides valuable shelter and cover for birds
Thuja plicata Plant Specification
Mature size: Approximately 20–35m high × 8m+ wide when grown as an unrestricted specimen
Growth rate: Fast
Foliage: Evergreen
Position: Full sun or partial shade; preferably sheltered from cold, drying winds
Soil: Fertile, moist but well-drained clay, loam, sand or chalk; avoid prolonged drought and waterlogging
UK native: No – native to western North America
Wildlife value: Moderate – provides year-round shelter, nesting opportunities and protective cover for birds and other wildlife
Hardiness: RHS H6 – hardy throughout most UK growing conditions
Specimen Tree Delivery and Professional Planting
We can professionally plant specimen trees in the following postcode areas:
BB, BL, CH1–CH5, CW8, CW9, FY, L, LA1–LA6, M, OL, PR, SK1–SK12, WA and WN.
Please do not select professional planting at checkout if your property is outside these postcode areas without contacting us first.
If you live outside our normal installation area, please call 01942 604976 or email hello@landscapingemporium.co.uk. We may still be able to arrange planting, depending on your location, the tree size and site access.
Before ordering a large specimen tree, please consider delivery access, gate and passage widths, steps, slopes, overhead restrictions and the available planting space.
Western Red Cedar can develop into a very large tree with a substantial root system and broad crown. It should not be planted close to buildings, foundations, underground services or restricted boundaries without appropriate professional assessment.
For more information, please refer to our tree specification and delivery, access and planting guidance.
Landscaping Emporium – brought to you by Kirman Design
Unit 9, Bridgewater Business Park
Gladstone Street
Blackburn
BB1 3DL
Telephone: 01942 604976
Email: hello@landscapingemporium.co.uk
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