Cedar - Holmstrup
Skybound Cedar is the perfect hedging cedar for Alberta. It will take heavy shaping and continue growing at a brisk pace. This cedar can handle winter temperatures and wind. We have seen these cedars thriving perfectly on acreages where they take full wind in the winter. If you are looking to have a bulletproof cedar, this is the perfect choice. Typically you will see 6-12" of growth per year. Growing instructions: Plant Skybound Cedars in rich top soil and they will grow much quicker but they can handle clay soils. These cedars will suffer if they are faced with long-term drought. You must keep the roots moist for the first couple of summers and they will become more drought tolerant over time but it is best to continue deep watering through any future droughts as well. A drip irrigation system takes the guessing out of when you need to water and how much. It is affordable and easy to DIY. Hedging instructions: We recommend mulching the whole row of cedars 4 feet wide to prevent the soil from drying out around the trees. Plant these trees 3-4ft apart to create a nice privacy wall.
Holmstrup Cedar — The Compact Hedge Fix 🌲
Love the look of a cedar hedge… hate the constant trimming? The Holmstrup Cedar (Thuja occidentalis 'Holmstrup') gives you clean, classic cedar vibes in a tighter, controlled form. Tops out around 8–10 feet—perfect for smaller yards.
Slow, steady, and predictable, it builds a dense emerald green wall for real privacy—without turning into a maintenance project.
Rebel take: All the cedar vibes… without the yearly battle.
Mature Size: 8' x 3.5'
Why it belongs in your yard:
- Compact size 🔥
- Naturally tidy—minimal pruning
- Dense, emerald green privacy screen
- Clean, classic hedge look
- Great for rows or feature planting
- Proven hardy to Zone 2
Rebel tip: Keep soil moist—mulch rings or drip irrigation make all the difference between surviving and thriving.
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Growing instructions: Plant Holmstrup Cedars in rich top soil and they will grow much quicker but they can handle clay soils. These cedars will suffer if they are faced with long-term drought. You must keep the roots moist for the first couple of summers and they will become more drought tolerant over time but it is best to continue deep watering through any future droughts as well. A drip irrigation system takes the guessing out of when you need to water and how much. It is affordable and easy to DIY. Hedging instructions: We recommend mulching the whole row of cedars 4 feet wide to prevent the soil from drying out around the trees. Plant these trees 3-4ft apart to create a nice privacy wall.
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