The white cedar is native in swampy areas in northern Michigan. The tree grow 60 feet tall and spreads 4 to 10 feet. This slow growing tree prefers a moist, rich soil. Transplanting is moderately easy if plants are root pruned and either balled and burlapped or potted.
White cedar likes high humidity and tolerates wet soils.
The foliage turns brownish in winter, especially on cultivars with colored foliage. White cedar has given rise to many cultivars, many of which are shrubs. Visuals associated with this text. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.