#67
Accession Number: 0067-0000
Common Name: Deodar Cedar
Latin Name: Cedrus deodara
Family: Pinaceae (Pine Family)
Native Range: Himalayas
Height: 40–50 feet
Spread: 30–40 feet
Bloom Description: Non-flowering
USDA Hardiness Zone: 7
Light Preference: Full sun
Water Needs: Medium
Notes: Works well as a hedge; tolerates drought
Description: Deodar Cedar, an evergreen conifer native to the Himalayas, is the most pendulous of the true cedars (genus Cedrus), with gracefully drooping branches. A tree of moderate growth speed, it will generally mature to 40-50’ tall in about 25 years. In its native habitat, however, it will reportedly grow much taller over time, sometimes reaching a whopping height of 150-200’. Only marginally hardy in this area, trees should be planted in locations that are shielded from winter winds. There are some cultivars on the market with slightly better hardiness. Drought tolerant once established.
