Thuja Plicata 60-90cm Pot Grown Western Red Cedar Hedge Plant

Thuja plicata (Western Red Cedar) 60-90cm Pot Grown Hedge is a hardy, evergreen conifer well-suited for Scottish and UK gardens seeking reliable privacy screening.

Key Features

• Grows to 60-90cm tall on delivery; can mature to 5-8m if unpruned
• Dense, aromatic light to dark green foliage; effective for year-round privacy
• Tolerates heavy soils, wind, and coastal exposure
• Produces small, non-messy cones
• Easier to prune and maintain than leylandii, regenerates from old wood

Care Guide

• Plant in full sun or partial shade
• Water regularly during establishment
• Annual trimming recommended for formal hedges

FAQs

• Is Western Red Cedar suitable for Scottish climates? Yes, it is cold hardy, wind-resistant, and thrives in heavy soils commonly found in Scotland.
• How does Thuja plicata compare to leylandii? Thuja is less vigorous, easier to control, and more forgiving with pruning, making it ideal for manageable hedging.
• Are pot grown hedges better? Pot-grown plants establish quickly and can be planted year-round.
• Does it make a mess? Minimal—cones are small and infrequent.
• Maintenance? Responds well to pruning, making upkeep straightforward.