Northern White Cedar
(Thuja occidentalis)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Tree
Height: 40 - 60 ft
Spread: 10 - 15 ft
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Time: N/A
Fruit Type: Cones
Fruit Color: Brown
Autumn Color: Evergreen
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: Medium
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: Low
Dog Safe**: Insufficient Info
Conservation Status (MD): S1 - Critically Imperiled ______________(Threatened)
Other Names: Arborvitae
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Northern White Cedar provides good year-round cover for birds and mammals. It also creates nesting habitats for many types of birds. Several bird species will eat the seeds or cones, and deer will browse on the foliage. Many caterpillars use this tree as a larval host.
