Thuja occidentalis

Many cultivars are used horticulturally, but eastern white cedar is found in the wild in wet areas or on rocky slopes - where deer cannot easily get.

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Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
eastern white cedar
arborvitae
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Recommended for gardening

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