Cedrus deodora
The Deodar Cedar has a very graceful habit that can be quite striking in the landscape. It is grown easily in our mild northwest climate. Branches of the Deodar are pendulous and the central leader often droops. It has dense evergreen needles that grow in tufts or whorls on the branches. Needles have a unique bright green to a bluish tint.
Zones: Hardy to Zone 5 |
Leaf Description: Whorled, evergreen needles |
Mature Height: 50 to 70 ft |
Mature Spread: 20 to 30 ft |
Growth Rate: Moderate |
Habit: Broadly pyramidal, graceful form |
Light Requirements: Prefers full sun |
Soil Tolerances: Prefers a well drained somwhat dry soil |