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Blue Atlas Cedar

Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca'

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Overview

The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') is a striking conifer with silvery-blue evergreen needles. This majestic tree reaches up to 40-60 feet tall and 30-40 feet wide at maturity. It requires full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established. Its pyramidal form makes it an excellent focal point in landscapes, and its unique color adds year-round interest. Hardy to USDA zone 6.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–11Climate Temperate
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') is a striking conifer with silvery-blue evergreen needles
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — Typically reaching heights of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 20 to 40 feet at maturity; it requires full sun andBlue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — This pyramidal tree commands attention and respect with its denseBlue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — This majestic tree reaches up to 40-60 feet tall and 30-40 feet wide at maturity; horizontally tiered branchesBlue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — Typically reaching heights of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 20 to 40 feet at maturityBlue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — It requires full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established; silvery-blue foliageBlue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') presents as a majestic+28

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Pinaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — conifer / tree for full or half
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — Typically reaching heights of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 20 to 40 feet at maturity; it requires full sun and
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — This pyramidal tree commands attention and respect with its dense
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — This majestic tree reaches up to 40-60 feet tall and 30-40 feet wide at maturity; horizontally tiered branches
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — Typically reaching heights of 40 to 60 feet with a spread of 20 to 40 feet at maturity
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — It requires full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established; silvery-blue foliage
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') presents as a majestic
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') is a striking conifer with silvery-blue evergreen needles; its
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — and not restricted by other plantings or structures
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — making it an excellent selection for clients seeking grandeur without extensive upkeep
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — preferring full sun exposure for optimal needle color and health
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — horizontally tiered branches
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — silvery-blue foliage provides exceptional year-round interest
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — coniferous evergreen renowned for its striking blue-grey needles and its bold; <br><br>When instructing your
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — consider it as a focal point
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — coniferous evergreen renowned for its striking blue-grey needles and its bold
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — and its unique color adds year-round interest
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') is a striking conifer with silvery-blue evergreen needles
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — This majestic tree reaches up to 40-60 feet tall and 30-40 feet wide at maturity
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — The Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca') presents as a majestic; consider it as a focal point
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — and its unique color adds year-round interest; coniferous evergreen renowned for its striking blue-grey needles
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — when designing with this species
Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica 'Glauca') — natural shape is showcased

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