Description
Red Star Atlantic Whitecedar (Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Red Star') brings year-round interest with its slender, upright form and striking needle-like foliage. The soft blue-green needles take on an eye-catching reddish-purple hue in fall and persist through winter, creating a standout feature in any landscape. Its compact, columnar shape makes it a natural choice for accent planting, privacy screening, or narrow spaces where height is needed without excess width.
Native to North America, this low-maintenance evergreen thrives in full sun and prefers sandy, acidic soils with average to wet moisture levels. It will even tolerate some standing water and is somewhat resilient to urban pollution. Red Star Atlantic Whitecedar matures at about 20 feet tall and 12 feet wide, growing at a moderate pace and living for decades—making it a smart, lasting addition to both residential and commercial landscapes.
Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Red Star'
Light: full sun
Watering: give it a good soak around once a week while becoming established
Soil: sandy, acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 5 – 8
Plant Shape: pyramidal
Plant Type: evergreen tree
Mature Size: height (20') , width (12')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: medium
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