Overview
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' is a narrowly conical conifers in the genus Thuja, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include hedges, screening and specimen planting. It is native to Alberta and British Columbia.
About
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' is an evergreen conifer with a narrowly conical habit, valued for its upright columnar form. It originates from Alberta and British Columbia and belongs to the Cupressaceae family. Plant it in full sun on a neutral, loamy soil that remains moist but drains freely. It is fully hardy (H7) and is typically used for hedges, screening and as a specimen.
About the genus
Thuja is a genus of coniferous tree or shrub in the Cupressaceae. There are five species in the genus, two native to North America and three native to eastern Asia. The genus is monophyletic and sister to Thujopsis.
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In the garden
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' is a narrowly conical evergreen in the genus Thuja, with origins in Alberta and British Columbia. Its upright profile makes it an identifiable form of western redcedar suited to structured planting schemes where a vertical element is required. Select a site that receives full sun and has a neutral loam that retains moisture yet drains well; the cultivar does not thrive in dry, compacted soils. It tolerates both exposed and sheltered positions and will perform on south-, east- or west-facing aspects. Hardiness is H7, meaning it is fully hardy in UK gardens and will withstand typical winter conditions without special frost protection. Use 'Kager's Beauty' where a narrow screen or formal hedge is wanted, or as a single vertical accent in a mixed border. Space plants so each can maintain its narrow habit with minimal formative pruning, and keep soil consistently moist during the establishment phase to support root development. Prune only to shape; heavy reduction will alter the characteristic columnar silhouette that makes this cultivar useful in confined or formal sites.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thuja
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Trees
- Habit
- Narrowly conical
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Hedges, Screening, Specimen planting
- Native to
- Alberta, British Columbia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty'
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, Conifer aphid
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Thuja blight, Coryneum canker
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty'?
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' need?
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' hardy in the UK?
Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Thuja genus
- Thuja occidentalis 'Smokey'Northern White-Cedar
- Thuja occidentalis 'Southport'Northern White-Cedar
- Thuja plicata 'Excelsa'western red cedar 'Excelsa'
