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Canaan Fir vs Western Red CedarAbies balsamea phanerolepis Thuja plicata ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
Canaan Fir, which is closely related to Balsam Fir, is known for its open-growing patterns and strong branches. 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. CANAAN FIR QUICK FACTSWESTERN RED CEDAR QUICK FACTS
Growth rate:
medium
Growth rate:
fast
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
low
In row spacing: 3 m (10 ft)
Between row spacing:
5 m (16 ft)
Other Names:
giant cedar, pacific red cedar
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