Cedrus deodora
Deodar Cedar (also called Himalayan Cedar) is sacred to Hindus; also known here as California Christmas Tree. This conifer is exceptional for its graceful pendulous habit and silvery gray-green needles on arching, widely spreading branches.
Drought tolerant when established. Grows best in a well drained, somewhat dry soil in a sunny, sheltered location.
Broadly pyramidal when young, it becomes wide-spreading and flat topped as it matures, attaining a height of 50' - 75' in 30 to 40 years.
B&B field grown Deodora photos courtesy of Guadalupe Magana, TCN. Container photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC (336) 857-2131
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Tree |
| Foliage Type |
Needled Evergreen/Conifer |
| Height |
50' - 75' |
| Spread |
30' - 50' |
| Shape |
Pyramidal, Pendulous |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Silvery-green (very pretty) |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
Silvery-green (very pretty) |
| Flowering Season |
Grown forts beautiful foliage |
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| Berries |
Cones |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Slow |
| Sun Preferences |
Full Sun |
| Water Preferences |
Average: Ensure Planting area provides adequate drainage. |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
7 |
