Thuja occidentalis

Common Name

White Cedar

Scientific Name

Thuja occidentalis

Hardiness Zone

3a [-35 to -40]

Tolerances

Drought

Moderate

Moderate

Poor Drainage

Tolerant

Tolerant

Alkaline Soil

Moderate

Moderate

Salt

Intolerant

Intolerant

Shade

Tolerant

Tolerant

Air Pollution

Tolerant

Tolerant

Soil Volume

8

Planting Area

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large

Features of Interest

  • Evergreen

  • Native to Vermont

    Native to Vermont

Form

pyramidal

Pyramidal

Mature Height

60 feet

Crown Spread

15 feet

Limitations

  • Weak wood and/or branch structure

Additional Information

Adaptable and tolerant, but prefer moist, rich soils. Tolerates pruning. Heavy snow can cause damage.