Western Red Cedar | Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens'
Lush evergreen cedar hedging
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Western Red Cedar
Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens'
- Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer widely celebrated for its rich, dark green foliage that retains its vibrant color throughout the winter.
- Because of its dense and naturally pyramidal growth habit, this cedar is highly favored for creating impenetrable privacy screens and windbreaks.
- When its scale-like leaves are gently crushed, this cedar boasts a distinctive, sweet pineapple-like aroma that delightfully perfumes the surrounding air.
- Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens' is a remarkably resilient plant that thrives in a wide range of well-draining soil types while tolerating both full sun and partial shade.
- Unlike many other common hedging conifers, this cedar responds exceptionally well to regular pruning and possesses the rare ability to regenerate gracefully from older wood.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Western Red Cedar can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens' is a large conifer that can reach heights of 20 to 30 metres and a spread of 5 to 8 metres if left unpruned.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Western Red Cedar prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Western Red Cedar prefers moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Western Red Cedar requires regular watering, providing about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water weekly to keep the soil moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Western Red Cedar requires pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. You can safely cut back up to 30 centimetres of growth during the dormant season, typically when temperatures drop below 10 degrees Celsius.
How hardy is this plant?
Western Red Cedar is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C.
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Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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