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Atlas Cedar

Cedrus atlantica

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Overview

The Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) is a striking conifer boasting silvery-blue to greenish-blue needle-like leaves. This majestic tree can reach heights of 40-60 feet with a spread of 30-40 feet, presenting an imposing pyramidal shape that matures into a flat-topped crown. Hardy in zones 6-9, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Ideal as a specimen plant, it offers year-round interest and stately elegance to large landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–10Type Conifer, TreeClimate Temperate
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — Hardy in zones 6-9, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Pinaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — regular watering during its initial growth phase is essential; with a spread of 20 to 40 feet, image 70
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — regular watering during its initial growth phase is essential
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — primarily to remove any dead or damaged branches.<br><br>A focal point due to its grand size and elegant form
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — showcasing a pyramidal to conical silhouette when young; which gracefully matures into a more irregular
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — Cedrus atlantica requires a planting site with full sun exposure and well-drained soil; its serene beauty is, image 68
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — barrel-shaped cones that add further visual interest.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9; mature trees bear upright
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — which gracefully matures into a more irregular; barrel-shaped cones that add further visual interest.<br><br>Hardy in USDA
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — conifer / tree for full; primarily to remove any dead or damaged branches.<br><br>A focal point due to its grand, image 75
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — adding a textured appearance to the boughs; presenting an imposing pyramidal shape that matures into a flat-topped, image 65
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — The needles are approximately 1 inch in length and grow in clusters on short spurs
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — which gracefully matures into a more irregular; barrel-shaped cones that add further visual interest.<br><br>Hardy, image 60
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — This majestic tree can reach heights of 40-60 feet with a spread of 30-40 feet; ideal as a specimen plant, it, image 51
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — scientifically named Cedrus atlantica; native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — with a spread of 20 to 40 feet; is an evergreen conifer renowned for its majestic stature and captivating presence, image 62
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — mature trees bear upright
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — mature trees bear upright; showcasing a pyramidal to conical silhouette when young
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — and as a distinguished specimen tree in sizable residential gardens; adding a textured appearance to the boughs
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — this cedar species presents itself as a commanding element in gardens; hardy in zones 6-9, it prefers full sun and
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — The needles are approximately 1 inch in length and grow in clusters on short spurs; regular watering during its, image 64
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — is an evergreen conifer renowned for its majestic stature and captivating presence in any landscape design; the, image 56
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — primarily to remove any dead or damaged branches.<br><br>A focal point due to its grand size and elegant form; this majestic
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) — flat-topped form with age.<br><br>Mature Atlas Cedars can reach heights of 40 to 60 feet
Cedrus atlantica
Cedrus atlantica
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