Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist soil or sand that is shaded from the afternoon sun. If you plant seeds in rows, space the rows six to eight inches apart. Plant the seeds early enough so they will complete germination before the temperature reaches 70 F.
Contents
- 1 How do you start a cedar tree from a seed?
- 2 How do you plant red cedar seedlings?
- 3 How long does eastern red cedar take to grow?
- 4 What is the best time to plant cedar trees?
- 5 How long do cedar seeds take to germinate?
- 6 How do you collect cedar seeds?
- 7 Do eastern red cedars grow fast?
- 8 How far apart do you plant cedar seedlings?
- 9 How far apart should I plant Eastern red cedars?
- 10 How much is eastern red cedar worth?
- 11 Do deer eat red cedar trees?
- 12 Which cedar grows the fastest?
- 13 Do cedar trees attract mosquitoes?
- 14 How often should you water newly planted cedars?
- 15 Can you over water cedar trees?
How do you start a cedar tree from a seed?
How to Raise Cedar Trees From Seed
- Gather cedar cones in winter.
- Place the seeds in a bowl of warm water.
- Plant the cedar seeds in a deep tray filled with well-draining medium or half compost and half perlite.
- Transplant the seedlings into individual containers when they are between 1 and 2 inches tall.
How do you plant red cedar seedlings?
The tree is available in bare root form during the early spring.
- Remove the weeds, grass and debris from a planting site located in full to partial sun.
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the roots and just as deep with a shovel.
- Create a mound of soil in the bottom of the hole.
How long does eastern red cedar take to grow?
When grown from seed in nurseries, Eastern red cedar will take one to two years to reach an appropriate size for replanting. Trees taking root in the wild will develop large, strong root systems in rocky and shallow soil. However, specimens in such conditions will take longer to grow upward than those in standard soil.
What is the best time to plant cedar trees?
Plant cedar after the soil thaws in early spring. You can also plant in fall, but keep in mind that late summer heatwaves can stress the newly planted tree. Remove the cedar tree from the container. The tree can be planted as is if the root ball is wrapped loosely in natural burlap, which will eventually rot.
How long do cedar seeds take to germinate?
Germination will begin a few weeks from sowing. The seedlings are reasonably robust and trouble free and usually grow to a height of between 5 and 10 cm in the first growing season depending on the sowing date and cultural techniques.
How do you collect cedar seeds?
Harvest the Seeds True cedars’ seeds generally ripen in September and October. Harvest the cones before they open because their opening disperses their seeds. After twisting those cones to separate them from their tree, spread them on a tarp in sunlight and leave them there until their scales relax to reveal the seeds.
Do eastern red cedars grow fast?
It has a medium growth rate of 12-24” per year with sticky foliage that is a dull green from spring to fall, and in the winter can be green or turn brown or purple.
How far apart do you plant cedar seedlings?
When using cedars as a hedge, space each plant 2-3ft apart (from the trunks). Add an extra foot between plants for ‘Excelsa’. Dig the holes for your plants. Make sure the planting hole is at least twice the width of the rootballs and the same depth, or slightly shallower.
How far apart should I plant Eastern red cedars?
Space seedlings or very small plants, under 1 foot tall, between 8 and 18 inches apart. Taller plants, usually sold in 3-gallon or larger pots, should be spaced between 5 and 7 feet apart.
How much is eastern red cedar worth?
Re: Questions on Selling Eastern Red Cedar (first timer) Logs will probably bring you somewhere in the area of $120 a cord on average and the pulp about $60-70 a cord. Depending on the buyer they may buy on the ton or even by measuring the individual sticks.
Do deer eat red cedar trees?
Whitetails will eat red cedar if nothing else is available, but they can barely sustain themselves on it. If they’re eating it at all, it’s an indicator of poor habitat.
Which cedar grows the fastest?
The Western Red Cedar is an excellent choice for larger hedges or a larger individual conifer. It is one of the fastest growing cedars. It can grow 30 – 60 centimeters (1-2 feet) per year.
Do cedar trees attract mosquitoes?
Fact is that cedars (Thuya species) attract mosquitos no more or less than any other evergreen. Cedars have gained a reputation for attracting mosquitos because native cedars thrive in low lying areas where soil is nearly swampy.
How often should you water newly planted cedars?
A freshly planted hedge should usually be watered once or twice a week during the first month in order to maintain soil moisture (this one will have been watered thoroughly during planting).
Can you over water cedar trees?
Cedars are shallow-rooted and prone to drought stress. Make sure you water the trees during dry periods and mulch to help maintain moisture in soil. On the other hand, overwatering can kill roots, so use sprinklers at short intervals during the day to keep soil constantly damp.
