.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Whipcord' Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata 'Whipcord' Description This cultivar features cascading, tightly curled foliage creating a unique, textured appearance. It is a slow-growing conifer suitable for topiary or as a distinctive specimen plant, with deep green, aromatic foliage that adds visual interest year-round. Suggested Uses Ideal for formal gardens, hedge accents, privacy screens, or container planting on patios and terraces. Its distinctive texture makes it an excellent focal point in landscape design. Plant Details Botanical Name: Thuja plicata 'Whipcord' Common Name: Whipcord Western Red Cedar Size & Growth: Typically reaches 8-10 ft in height with a spread of 4-6 ft; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen, tightly curled, deep green Bloom Time: No significant blooms; primarily valued for foliage Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes with proper drainage and regular watering Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: Yes, aromatic foliage Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Gardenias, Japanese Maples, Hostas Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Space 4-6 ft apart for best growth. Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, well-drained soil Soil Type: Loamy or sandy soil with good drainage Humidity: Tolerates average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly to maintain shape, best in late winter or early spring Winter Care: Protect young plants from harsh winter winds; mature plants are generally hardy Planting Depth: Plant with the root ball just below soil surface Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring Special Care: Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature
