10 Seeds Western Arborvitae Thuja plicata Evergreen Hedge Tree Privacy Screen

Western Arborvitae is a large evergreen conifer valued for its dense, feathery foliage and tall, columnar to pyramidal form, making it a favored choice for hedges, windbreaks, and privacy plantings in suitable climates. Its rich green needles and reddish-brown bark offer year-round structure and texture, and it is a long-lived, low-maintenance option for spacious landscapes.
This tree works well in rows for screens and borders, as a specimen accent, or in mixed conifer plantings. It grows at a moderate rate and responds well to regular shaping when used as a hedge. Provide consistent moisture and good drainage for best establishment and steady growth.
Species: Thuja plicata
Type: Evergreen conifer
Plant_Habit: Tall, columnar to pyramidal
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable to loam and clay
Zones: 5-8
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; sow surface, keep moist
Sowing: Start indoors or in a protected bed; do not bury deeply
Spacing: 3-6 feet for hedges; wider for specimen trees
Notes: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment