Pyramid Cedar Browning: Internal Shedding Is Normal

3-ft pyramid cedars show internal browning, dry patches. Unwrapped in winter. Owner asks if cutting branches stimulates regrowth.

Expert Advice

• Cedars don't resprout from old wood.
• Internal browning = normal annual shedding of oldest foliage.
• Section dieback = disease, insufficient sun (need 8+ hrs), or ice/snow damage bending limbs.
• Shaded side (against house/plant) often thins out.
• If ugly, replace.