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Thuja Plicata Excelsa
Excelsa Cedar at our river growing fields.
Buy directly from the grower and get the freshest, healthiest trees at the best prices.
No other nursery or landscape company in Western Washington has the quantity, quality and selection of Excelsa Cedar that we do.
Sizes & Prices below.
The Excelsa Cedar is a beautiful, bushy tree that is often used when a "two story" privacy screen is necessary (unlike the Emerald Green Arborvitae, which are "one story" trees). The Excelsa Cedar are natural-looking, good-smelling, indigenous cedar trees, suitable for rural, semi-rural and some urban settings.
We deliver and plant trees throughout Washington: Seattle, Bellevue, Bellingham, Vancouver (WA), east-of-the-mountains, etc. Contact us for free estimates: info@NurseryTrees.com or (425) 343-2650.
ATTRIBUTES
Foliage: Evergreen
Mature Height: 30-35 ft.
Mature Width: 12-15 ft.
Sunlight: Full sun, partial sun.
Soil:. Moist/wet
soil tolerant.
Growth Rate: Medium/fast, 2-3' a year once established, depending on growing conditions.
"Instant Privacy" Spacing: These trees can be spaced on 4, 6, or 8' centers (meaning the trunks of each tree are 4', 6', or 8' apart) or wider. For example, if you're trying to cover 40' with trees on 8' centers, you'd need 6 trees (the first one at "0" ft. on one end, and then one every 8' after that). Some people want them even closer than that in order to maximize the 'Instant Privacy", while others will put them wider in order to cut down on the cost. Also look at staggering two rows if you have the room--maybe 8' centers, and then a row behind that fills in the spaces--this is good for the trees as it gives them more room, but it takes up more space in your yard.
What to Expect the First Year: As with all newly-planted trees, these need to be watered carefully through the first Spring/Summer--see our "Care of Your Trees" section for more details. Not as much growth the first year because the tree is putting its efforts into its root system. This includes interior foliage which can make the trees not as full as they were in the field. Some small branches that were broken during installation will turn brown (cut them off or just leave them and they will fall off). See the note in the next section concerning bronzing.
Comments: Like all cedars, these trees can have "bronze" coloring in the Winter; the extent of this bronzing depends on a number of factors and is usually more extensive for newly-planted trees. They also naturally have some interior "flagging"--small dead branches. Nothing unhealthy about it, just different from the look of the tree the rest of the year. During very extended periods of wet weather, they may experience "cedar blight" which is not fatal but can affect how they look (and also can be treated if necessary). Excelsa Cedar may be left "natural", or may be pruned on sides and/or top to create a large hedge.
Excelsa Cedar "Before" & "After" photo, with 9-10' Excelsa Cedar on 5' centers (right photo) replacing the poor-looking arborvitae.
This house was for sale and purchasers were turned off by the view of the campers. The Excelsas screened most of the campers and showed that all a purchaser would have to do is wait and that view would be gone. We work a lot with people selling properties. One Agent told us that 50% of listings have privacy issues.
Sizes & Prices
Big Trees (photos above, below & at top of page)
6-7' Tall (Grade A Heavy) $ 79.95
7-8' Tall (Grade A Heavy) $105.00 ON SALE--regularly $125
8-9' Tall (Grade A Heavy) $165.00 Sold Out
9-10' Tall (Grade A Heavy) $195.00
10-12' Tall (Grade A Heavy) $285.00
12-14' Tall (Grade A Heavy) $385.00
Note: Our supply of these trees is constantly changing. Please contact us to confirm availability.
"Starter" Trees--Excelsa Cedar (photos below)
4-5' Tall (Grade A Heavy) 7 gallon pot $49.95 Sold Out
24" 1 gallon pot $13.95
Note: Our supply of these trees is constantly changing. Please contact us to confirm availability.
4-5' Excelsas in 7 Gallon Pots
One Gallon "Starter" Excelsas
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A mature Excelsa Cedar hedge at the Monroe Fairgrounds. This hedge could be both narrower and taller.
Delivery & Planting Available; Free Estimates (see below)
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From our Snohomish, WA location, we deliver and plant trees statewide. We sell retail & wholesale, for residential and commercial projects. Sorry, we only do business in the State of Washington.
We specialize in Privacy Trees for screening--we plant more privacy trees than anyone else in the Northwest--and also have a nice selection of Ornamental Trees, with many of our trees being on the "Great Plant Picks" list for the Pacific Northwest. We also offer Transplanting/Rescue services, and our "Native Plant Restoration" Program is available to meet governmental requirements, for erosion-control, etc.
We are a tree farm, not just a nursery. Most of the trees we sell have been grown right here in Snohomish at our 60 acre tree farm. Buying directly from a grower gives you fresh trees, great selection, and low prices--you maximize your purchasing power! For more information including photos of our farm and growing fields, click here.
FREE ESTIMATES: We’ll help you determine which trees are right for your project, and provide you with free, no-obligation estimates. This is often accomplished by e-mail and phone. Where necessary, we will send our Arborist out to review the project (no charge). More information
We’re conveniently located just 15 minutes north of Woodinville. We’d be happy to have you out. We don't keep regular retail hours; instead we set up appointments so that we can focus on your project--we look at photos and plans with you, and drive you around the farm and look at the tree options. More information
We don’t require any money “up front”—you only pay when the job is completed (unusual exceptions to this are special projects, lengthy “holds” on trees, or large Restoration jobs). Be careful of contractors asking for “up front” money.
When we plant your trees, we include staking (if necessary), transplanting fertilizer, and an easy-to-use watering system that hooks into your garden hose. More information. We also give a one year Warranty on trees we plant, for no additional charge. More information We have a detailed “Care of Your Trees” section of our website, and we're available to answer any questions you have after your trees are planted. More information
We pride ourselves on our Customer Service—real people answering the phone. We have an "A+" rating with the Better Business Bureau, are an Angie's List Super Service Award winner (2010), and have a 100% satisfaction rating with eBay.
We’ve been in business since 1995 and have a dedicated, experienced staff including a Certified Arborist (RB), a Landscape Designer (Janet), and an experienced Business Manager/Nurseryman (Michael). More information To hear Ed Hume interview Michael on KOMO Radio's "Ask the Experts" gardening show, click here.
We are a registered Washington State contractor (License Number: NURSEL*956J1). More information Be sure to hire a registered contractor -- to go to the Department of Labor & Industries website to check a contractor's registration, click here. As it says there: "Unregistered contractors carry no bond or insurance to protect consumers. Consumers can face serious issues if anything goes wrong on a job." These liability risks are in addition to fraud, poor workmanship, worthless warranties, etc.
Most important of all is what our customers think of us:
"I am really pleased with your work. You saved me several thousand dollars, steered me away from trees that wouldn't work, provided healthy and beautiful trees, did a great job planting them, and did everything on time and on schedule. You can quote me." Jo, Vashon Island
"Our privacy bank of trees has done nothing but grow well into maturity. Our back yard and deck area is totally private and the 10 trees your team planted [in 2005] are rich, leathery and dark green. We remark on them every day it seems. Please include me in any of your "Testimonials" as you would be hard pressed to find a more satisfied customer." Jim, Port Orchard
"For quality vs. value, your trees are the best landscape purchase I’ve ever made." Jeff, Seattle
"Michael, I just wanted to pass along a note to tell you how thrilled I am with the trees. The effect they have brought to our new courtyard in the front of our home here in Seattle has exceeded my expectations!" Chip Hanauer, Hydroplane Driver--Click Here to see his project.
"I work in customer service so I know good service when I experience it and you have my top rating. I would definitely recommend you to anyone who needs new landscaping. Thanks again.” Carol, Camano Island
"By the way, the trees were a great privacy feature when we sold the last house! We now have a much larger space . . " Katherine, Fall City
“My compliments to your crew. We’ve had a lot of contractors working on our house recently and we’ve seen the entire range; and your guys were excellent. The trees make things look so much better—I started smiling as soon as I saw them going in." Holly, Queen Anne
"You guys are the best nursery I've ever done business with! And I have dealt with a few. You did what you said you would, on time with attention to detail rarely found. From the beginning of the quote process all the way through to the last detail you made it easy. And you work to ensure that the trees will thrive after planting with detailed advice, a complementary irrigation system, and a website filled with useful information. Most nurseries will just dump off the goods and tell you best of luck, put some water on them. You provide a quality product that sets you apart. Your crew was friendly, polite and operated as a well organized team. I would recommend you without hesitation! Thanks for doing a great job!” Ryan, Buckley
"We can not believe how beautiful your trees are. The privacy is unbelievable. If you ever need a testimonial let us know. Our yard is perfect! We sit there and say "my oh my”! Suzanne, Tacoma
"I don't think I've ever been as happy with something I've purchased." Sarah, Sammamish
Many More Testimonials (click here)
To Contact Us:
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Not sure which "Instant Privacy" Tree is right for you? Please see our Comparison Chart & Checklist, comparing the mature sizes, growing conditions, etc. of all of our privacy trees.
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Please feel free to contact us with questions, by e-mail or phone: info@NurseryTrees.com or (425) 343-2650
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We also carry Ornamental and Landscape trees.
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Serving Washington State Since 1995
13520 Old Snohomish-Monroe Road
Snohomish, WA 98290
(425) 343-2650
(425) 953-5780 fax
Sales by "Appointment Only", please
We deliver & plant throughout the State of Washington:
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