What type of wood has a texture similar to cedar wood?

Question

I'm trying to find possible lumber choices for a post to mount a cedar product, and I want it to blend well.

Answer 1

the best and hardest wood is locust wood it will last 35-years

in the ground. as matching the wood it will have to be stained

Answer 2

I think cedar will work for the actual post as well.

Answer 3

Some of the synthetic "woods" like Trex and others have textures that are similar to cedar.

Answer 4

Try cherry or alder; both alike in color and texture.

Alder is much cheaper where I am ( Virginia ).

Answer 5

For a post, you are limited on good chices.

Cypress is naturally rot resistant and has a similar grain when rough cut.http://www.jimmys-cypress.com/why_cypres...

Redwood will blend ok, but is not so good for ground contact.

http://www.calredwood.org/about/about.ht...