Cedrus atlantica (Glauca Group) 'Glauca' (Atlas Cedar)
Atlas Cedar 'Glauca', Blue Atlas Cedar 'Glauca'
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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.
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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 | Cedrus - Cedars |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 40' – 60' (12m – 18m) |
| Spread | 30' – 40' (9m – 12m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| 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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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 | Cedrus - Cedars |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
| Height | 40' – 60' (12m – 18m) |
| Spread | 30' – 40' (9m – 12m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| 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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