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Balsam Poplar vs Western Red CedarPopulus balsamifera Thuja plicata 
Balsam Poplar is a hardy, fast-growing deciduous tree that is Native to Canada east of the Rockies. Western Red Cedar is native to the Pacific Northwest, and is the largest tree in the cypress family. Featuring horizontol branching with scale-like dark green foliage that has a strong aroma. The wood is naturally durable and light, and is resistent to decay and insects, making it sought after for house siding, panelling, furniture, and fences. This is British Colombia's offical tree. BALSAM POPLAR QUICK FACTSWESTERN RED CEDAR QUICK FACTS
Lowest Price:
$6.99
Lowest Price:
$4.99
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SAVE UP TO 29%
Spread:
9 m (30 ft)
Fuzz/fluff:
see description
Catkins:
yes
Fall colour:
golden yellow
Growth rate:
fast
Growth rate:
fast
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
low
In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Between row spacing:
5 m (16 ft)
Other Names:
bam, bamtree, eastern balsam poplar, hackmatack, tacamahac
Other Names:
giant cedar, pacific red cedar
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