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Cupressaceae
Trees and shrubs
Giant Thuja 'Whipcord'
Hardiness
Zone 5
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Family
Cupressaceae
Thuja plicata ‘Whipcord’, commonly known as whipcord western red cedar, is an evergreen conifer with a globose, weeping habit, notable for its unique thread-like foliage. Its long, supple, lustrous dark green branchlets drape in fine cords reminiscent of whips, creating an original and contemporary texture in landscapes. In winter, the foliage often takes on bronze hues, adding further seasonal interest. Compact and dense, it is perfectly suited for rock gardens, borders, conifer gardens, or container cultivation. Thuja plicata ‘Whipcord’ prefers cool, rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil, and tolerates both sun and partial shade. Its sculptural silhouette and hardiness make it a distinctive choice for cold climate gardens seeking year-round texture and structure.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Compost in the spring if needed
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorDark green turning bronze in winter
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, discrete light brown cones
Maximum height4 ft (1.2 m)
Maximum width4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rateSlow
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature-30°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
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