Cedrus atlantica
Atlas Cedar
Plant Facts
Scientific Name | Cedrus atlantica |
Principal Common Name | Atlas Cedar |
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Synonym | |
Description | A slow growing conifer tree with blue green needles. |
General Comments | |
Origin | |
Nativity | North Africa |
Height Range | 30 - 60 FT |
Spread Range | 20 - 30 FT |
Flower Showy | N |
Warning | |
Sunset Zones | 3 : 4 : 5 : 6 : 7 : 8 : 9 : 10 : 14 : 15 : 16 : 17 : 18 : 19 : 20 : 21 : 22 : 23 : 24 |
USDA Zones | |
Leaf Color | Blue-green |
Leaf Texture | Needle-like : Stiff |
Form | Large Tree |
Flower Color | |
Flower Time | |
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Ease of Growing | Average |
Light Preferences | Sun (minimum 8 hours direct sun) |
Soil Preferences | Well-drained |
Watering Preferences | Medium |
Outstanding Features | Cold Tolerant : Drought tolerant : Winter Interest |
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