Harvesting of Thuja plicata 'Aurea' (western red cedar) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
western red cedar
Thuja plicata 'Aurea'
Western red cedar (Thuja plicata 'Aurea') is an evergreen tree with bright golden-yellow foliage and a pyramid shape. It is one of the most widely-used landscaping trees, suitable for any climate and soil type. It is extremely hardy, disease-resistant, drought-tolerant, and requires minimal maintenance. Its foliage is a bright golden-yellow in summer, turning to a deep green in winter. Western red cedar is an ideal choice for hedges, especially when combined with other coniferous species for a unique natural screening effect. It provides valuable shelter and shade and can handle exposure to sea breezes without any issues. Overall, it's a great addition to any garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun Partial sun Shade
Soil:
Loamy Clay Humus Rocky
Fruits:
red,brown Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
watering
The Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata 'Aurea') should be watered frequently and generously. Water the plant deeply — until the soil is saturated and water begins to drain out of the bottom of the pot — about once a week, or when the top inch or 2 of soil is dry. During periods of hot, dry weather, the plant may require supplemental watering more frequently. Be sure to empty any drainage trays or pots after about 30 minutes of watering to ensure the roots of the plant are not sitting in water.
sunlight
Western red cedar (Thuja plicata ‘Aurea’) prefers full sun but will tolerate some shade. For best growth and color, it should receive at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the hot summer months, it should be shielded from the afternoon sun by providing some light protection, such as a shade cloth or trees/shrubs. Exposure to full sun can help promote more consistent growth and denser foliage.
pruning
Western red cedar (Thuja plicata 'Aurea') requires light pruning throughout the year in order to maintain its size and shape. Pruning should be done during late winter or early spring when the plant is dormancy. This is an important time for pruning as it will help to reduce any stress on the tree. Pruning should be done lightly, removing any broken, diseased, or unsightly branches. Any narrow-angled branch crotches should also be removed as they are more susceptible to breakage. Finally, thinning can be done to remove crossed or overcrowded branches in order to increase light and air penetration. All pruning should be done with sharp, sterilized pruning shears.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Western red cedar typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Thuja plicata 'Aurea' (western red cedar) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
