Giant Arborvitae – 35 Seeds (Western red cedar) The Giant Arborvitae, also called Western Redcedar (not to be confused with true cedars), Western Red Cedar (in English) or Lobb's Thuja, is a majestic conifer native to the humid forests of the North American Pacific coast. Recognized for its longevity, rapid growth, and slender form, it can reach up to 50 meters in height under favorable conditions.. It is often used to form evergreen hedges, windbreaks or as a solitary tree.. Uses :Perfect for creating plant screens, it offers excellent protection against wind and prying eyes while promoting biodiversity. Its wood, which is rot-proof, is also prized for exterior joinery.. Growing Tips : Sowing : Cold stratification required for 30 to 60 days (in the refrigerator in a moist substrate), then sow on the surface or slightly buried. In spring or autumn, in a pot or in a nursery. Transplanting in full sun or partial shade. Substrate : Light, well-drained soil, rather acidic to neutral. Exposure : Full sun to partial shade. watering : Regular the first year, then very drought-resistant once established. Hardiness : Excellent (up to -25 °C). Growth : Fast, about 30 to 60 cm per year in a temperate climate. Uses and associations : Used to form windbreak, privacy or ornamental hedges. Wood, naturally rot-proof, is highly sought after in carpentry. Its foliage gives off a balsamic scent. Can be associated with ferns, heathers, foxgloves or undergrowth plants that appreciate light shade and humidity. Symbolic : The Thuja plicata is a sacred tree for the indigenous peoples of North America, considered "the tree of life". It symbolizes protection, purification, and resilience. It is often associated with longevity and ancestral wisdom. Commitment to l
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