Eastern White Cedar

Cedar (Thuja occidentalis (Eastern White Cedar)) is a native, cold‑hardy evergreen noted for its small yellow‑brown cones. It typically reaches 4–6 m (13–20 ft) in landscape use, tall, and 1.5–2 m (5–6 ft) wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained loam; it tolerates clay. Hardy in Canadian zones 3–7, it delivers seasonal interest and dependable performance.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Thuja occidentalis (Eastern White Cedar)
• Common name: Cedar
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 3–7
• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well‑drained loam; tolerates clay
• Height: 4–6 m (13–20 ft) in landscape use
• Width: 1.5–2 m (5–6 ft)
• Foliage: Soft, scale‑like, aromatic green foliage
• Flower colour: Small yellow‑brown cones
• Bloom time: Spring
• Maintenance: Low; shear in late spring for formal hedges
• Advantages: Native, cold‑hardy evergreen; popular for screens and wildlife cover