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Can-Can Western Red Cedar

Scientific name: Thuja plicata 'Can Can'
Taxonomy
Family:Cupressaceae
Type:Dwarf conifers
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 8
Sun:Full to partial sun
Moisture:Dry
Plant Characteristics
Height:7 ft
Width:5 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description This is a dwarf Arborvitae with a conical growth habit and thick, dark green foliage tipped with cream.

  Morphology:
This is a dwarf conifer that will only grow to 7’ in height at maturity and perhaps 5’ in width.

It is sold as both deer-resistant and heat-tolerant at the nursery.

  Adaptation:
This plant does best on moist, well drained soils in full sun. It is sold in the landscape trade as hedging cedar that will not get too tall.

  Pests:
Pest free.
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