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Cedrus atlantica (Glauca Group) ‘Glauca’ (Atlas Cedar)

Atlas Cedar 'Glauca', Blue Atlas Cedar 'Glauca'

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Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca',  Atlas Cedar 'Glauca', Blue Atlas Cedar 'Glauca', Conifer, Evergreen Tree, Blue Conifer
Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca',  Atlas Cedar 'Glauca', Blue Atlas Cedar 'Glauca', Conifer, Evergreen Tree, Blue Conifer

Highly popular, Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’ (Atlas Cedar) is a large evergreen coniferous tree of conical habit and sparsely branched when young, but develops into a dense and broad pyramid over time. Its stiff, ascending branches are beautifully covered with clusters of short, silver-blue needles, adding charm to this picturesque tree. Fast-growing, 12-24 in. per year (30-60 cm), this Atlas Cedar is a magnificent sight in the landscape. Heat and drought-tolerant, it needs space to reach its full potential and spread its feathery, blue boughs.

  • Winner of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society
  • Grows up to 40-60 ft. tall (12-18 m) and 30-40 ft. wide (9-12 m).
  • Performs best in full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerant of hot and humid summers. Drought tolerant once established.
  • Easy to grow, easy to care for.
  • No pruning required.
  • Native to the Atlas Mountains in northern Africa.

Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 3, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Plant Family Meliaceae
Genus Cedrus
Common names Atlas Cedar, Blue Atlas Cedar, Cedar, Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 40' - 60' (12.2m - 18.3m)
Spread 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Cedrus libani (Cedar of Lebanon)
Cedrus atlantica (Glauca Group) ‘Glauca Pendula’ (Atlas Cedar)
Cedrus deodara ‘Feelin’ Blue’ (Deodar Cedar)
Cedrus deodara ‘Aurea’ (Deodar Cedar)
Cedrus deodara ‘Golden Horizon’ (Deodar Cedar)

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Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 3, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Plant Family Meliaceae
Genus Cedrus
Common names Atlas Cedar, Blue Atlas Cedar, Cedar, Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 40' - 60' (12.2m - 18.3m)
Spread 30' - 40' (9.1m - 12.2m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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