Eastern White Cedar

Classic Native Evergreen for Privacy, Screening, and Year-Round Structure

Create natural privacy and dependable evergreen structure with one of Ontario’s most popular native conifers.

The Eastern White Cedar is a hardy, adaptable evergreen known for its dense foliage, soft texture, and reliable growth. Widely used for privacy screens, hedges, and landscape borders, it provides year-round greenery and performs well in Ontario climates.

Our Eastern White Cedar trees are healthy, container-grown stock, available in multiple sizes to suit different planting goals.

Why This Tree Is a Smart Investment

✔ Native evergreen well suited to Ontario conditions
✔ Excellent for privacy screens and natural hedging
✔ Dense foliage provides year-round colour
✔ Adaptable and easy to maintain
✔ Works well for both residential and rural landscapes

A great choice for customers looking for natural privacy and long-term evergreen structure.

Size Options Available

2 Gallon Trade Pot

Height: Approx. 12 inches tall
Ideal for budget-friendly planting and fast establishment

3 Gallon Trade Pot

Height: Approx. 24–30 inches tall
Excellent balance between value and immediate landscape presence

7 Gallon Pot

Height: Approx. 60 inches (5 feet) tall
Larger, established trees for instant privacy and structure

All trees are healthy, nursery-grown stock and ready for spring or fall planting.

What Your Eastern White Cedar Will Become

Over time, your Eastern White Cedar will develop into a dense, upright evergreen with soft foliage and a naturally narrow form. Mature trees provide excellent year-round screening, privacy, and structure, making them ideal for boundaries or layered evergreen plantings.

Tree Specifications

Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis
Common Name: Eastern White Cedar
Tree Type: Evergreen conifer
Hardiness Zone: 3–7
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Type: Adaptable — performs well in moist or well-drained soils
Ease of Growth: Easy — very dependable once established
Water Needs: Moderate during establishment

Growth & Mature Size

Growth Rate: Medium
Mature Height: 30–50 ft
Mature Width: 10–15 ft
Growth Form: Upright pyramidal evergreen

Best planted in rows for privacy or grouped for year-round structure.

Simple Planting & Care

1️⃣ Plant in full sun or partial shade
2️⃣ Choose soil that drains well but retains some moisture
3️⃣ Water regularly during the first growing season
4️⃣ Apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture

Eastern White Cedar establishes quickly and responds well to regular watering early on.

Nursery Quality

- Container-grown for easier planting and establishment
- Healthy trees selected for strong root development
- Locally grown stock suited to Ontario conditions

Pickup & Delivery

✔ Pickup available in Halton Hills
✔ Local delivery options available
✔ Trees sold in durable nursery containers for easy transport and planting

Perfect For

- Privacy screens and hedges
- Property boundaries
- Windbreaks
- Naturalized landscapes
- Year-round evergreen structure

Quick Note

Eastern White Cedar is one of the most popular privacy evergreens in Ontario thanks to its dense growth, adaptability, and natural appearance.

Trees That Pair Well With Eastern White Cedar

Norway Spruce — Strong Evergreen Structure and Natural Contrast

Why it works:

- Provides a solid evergreen structure
- Pairs naturally with Cedar
- Feels more Ontario Landscape and less ornamental
- Adds premium visual contrast

European Larch — Soft Texture and Unique Seasonal Interest

Why it works:

- Narrow, graceful shape complements cedar rows
- Slightly different needle texture adds variety
- Keeps evergreen groupings from looking repetitive
- Adds a more upscale, layered look.

Tamarack — Natural and Native Look

Why it works:

- Native Canadian species
- Very hardy
- More natural woodland appearance
- Great for naturalized or acreage landscapes.

Douglas Fir - Natural Evergreen Balance

Why it works:

- Soft needles contrast nicely with cedar foliage
- Taller pyramidal form adds dimension
- Creates a relaxed, natural northern look
- Works especially well for larger properties
- Feels less formal than spruce pairings.