Northern White Cedar

Northern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis)

Dense stands of the Northern White Cedar are commonly found statewide in Maine. The trunk of this 40-70 foot tall tree can range between one and three feet and is a cinnamon red color with shredding fibrous. This cedar grows in swamps, shores, slopes, and cliffs where it does best in alkaline soils. The wood is used for many purposes including shingles and boats, and is valued for its natural weather resistant characteristics which make it perfect for decks, fencings, and outdoor furniture. These trees have been known to live for over 1,000 years!