Atlas Cedar


Scientific Name: Cedrus atlantica Cedrus_atlantica
Family: Pinaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 2-23

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: North Africa

Growth Habits: Evergreen tree, slow to moderate, up to 60 feet tall (18 m), 30 feet in spread or more (9 m); dark, short, grey-green needles

Watering Needs: No water or very occasional deep watering when established

Propagation: Seed or occasionally cutting, grafting/budding

  • by cuttings.
  • by side veneer graft grafts.
  • by seeds, in spring. The seeds can be harvested in autumn. The seeds need soak in warm water overnight.

Cedrus atlantica 'Aurea' has yellowish needles.
Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca' has bluish needles.


 

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