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Red Star White Cedar

Scientific name: Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Red Star'
Taxonomy
Family:Cupressaceae
Type:Coniferous trees
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:4 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Plant Characteristics
Height:20 ft
Width:12 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description This Atlantic White Cedar cultivar features blue colored foliage that morphs to an interesting reddish purple color in fall and through winter.

  Morphology:
This is a garden conifer that grows to 20’ in height and 12’ in width at full maturity. Over-all the shape is columnar and dense. The scale-like leaves are ornately significant and turn brick red in fall

  Adaptation:
While not particular in its soil preference, it should have full sun in order to attain the best winter color.

  Pests:
This plant is considered pest free.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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