Northern White Cedar 100 Seeds Thuja occidentalis

Thuja occidentalis, commonly known as northern white-cedar or arborvitae, is a slow-growing, long-lived evergreen conifer native to northeastern North America, valued for its dense foliage, versatility, and resilience. Typically reaching 12–18 meters in height in natural settings, with a pyramidal form that broadens with age, it features flattened, scale-like leaves arranged in fan-shaped sprays that release a fragrant, resinous scent when crushed. Its bark is reddish-brown, fibrous, and peels in narrow strips, while small, oval cones mature from green to brown, containing winged seeds for natural regeneration. Highly adaptable, it tolerates a variety of soils, including wet, calcareous, or compacted conditions, and thrives in both full sun and partial shade, making it a staple in ornamental plantings, hedges, windbreaks, and wildlife habitats. Thuja occidentalis provides critical cover and winter shelter for birds and small mammals, while also offering durable, rot-resistant wood prized for construction, fencing, and outdoor structures. Its combination of aesthetic appeal, ecological value, and practical uses has cemented its status as a cornerstone species in both managed landscapes and native forests across its range.