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The Canadian Winter Protection Guide: How to Shield Your New Cedars
In Canada, our winters are more than just a season—they are a test of endurance for your landscape. While the Emerald, Black, and Eastern White Cedars we grow at our nursery are incredibly hardy, their first few winters in the ground are the most critical. "Winter Burn" or "Winter Desiccation" happens when cold winds dry out the foliage while the ground is frozen, preventing the roots from drinking. To ensure your investment stays lush and green until spring, follow this nursery-approved winterization checklist. 1. Hydrate Before the Freeze (The Most... Read more...
Pyramidal Cedar (Thuja Pyramidalis): The Classic Architectural Choice for Canadian Gardens
Pyramidal Cedar (Thuja Pyramidalis): The Classic Architectural Choice for Canadian Gardens
When it comes to timeless landscape design, few trees offer the clean lines and dependable performance of the Pyramidal Cedar (Thuja occidentalis 'Pyramidalis'). Often referred to as the "Original Emerald,"... Read more...
American Pillar Cedar: The "Full Speed A Hedge" Solution for Canadian Privacy
American Pillar Cedar: The "Full Speed A Hedge" Solution for Canadian Privacy
If you’re tired of waiting years for a privacy screen to grow, it’s time to meet the American Pillar Cedar (Thuja occidentalis ‘Full Speed A Hedge’®). For homeowners in Canada... Read more...
North Pole® Cedar: The Space-Saving Privacy Solution for Narrow Canadian Yards
North Pole® Cedar: The Space-Saving Privacy Solution for Narrow Canadian Yards
Are you dreaming of a lush, evergreen hedge but worried your yard is too small? Meet the North Pole® Cedar (Thuja occidentalis 'Art Boe'). For many Canadian homeowners—especially those in... Read more...
Thuja Green Giant: The "Fast-Track" Privacy Solution for Canadian Backyards
Thuja Green Giant: The "Fast-Track" Privacy Solution for Canadian Backyards
If you’re looking for the fastest way to grow a "living fence" in Canada, look no further than the Thuja Green Giant. While Emerald and White Cedars are beloved classics,... Read more...
Black Cedar (Thuja Nigra): The Deepest Green for the Toughest Canadian Winters
Black Cedar (Thuja Nigra): The Deepest Green for the Toughest Canadian Winters
When homeowners search for the perfect privacy hedge in Canada, they often find themselves torn between the slender Emerald Cedar and the wild Eastern White. But for those who want... Read more...
Eastern White Cedar: The Ultimate "Living Wall" for Canadian Landscapes
Eastern White Cedar: The Ultimate "Living Wall" for Canadian Landscapes
If you’re looking for a privacy solution that is as "Canadian" as a maple leaf, look no further than the Eastern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis). While Emerald Cedars are famous... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Emerald Cedars:
The Ultimate Guide to Emerald Cedars:
If you’ve driven through any residential neighborhood from Victoria to Halifax, you’ve seen them: the lush, vibrant, and perfectly columnar Emerald Green Cedars (Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'). Whether you're looking to... Read more...