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Cedar Of Lebanon

Cedrus Libani

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Overview

The Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani) is an evergreen conifer notable for its majestic form and horizontally-tiered branches. This stately tree reaches heights up to 130 feet with a spread of 50 feet, offering dense clusters of dark-green needles. Durable and drought-resistant, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, demanding ample space to flourish. Prized for its ornamental and historical significance, it serves as a magnificent focal point in large landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 5–11Climate Mediterranean
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — This stately tree reaches heights up to 130 feet with a spread of 50 feet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–11

Shape & size

Mature width
40–60 Ft.

Classification

Family
Pinaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — offering dense clusters of dark-green needles; this species boasts a broad
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — Durable and drought-resistant; <br><br>This tree's monumental stature is matched by its considerable growth potential
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — demanding ample space to flourish; is an evergreen conifer highly prized for its majestic form and historical significance
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; offering dense clusters of dark-green needles
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — Prized for its ornamental and historical significance; arranged in dense clusters on short spur branches
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — it serves as a magnificent focal point in large landscapes; conifer / tree for full
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — botanically known as Cedrus libani; it serves as a magnificent focal point in large landscapes
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — is an evergreen conifer highly prized for its majestic form and historical significance; in youth, it exhibits a conical
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — An ideal focal point for large landscape designs; but retains best health in USDA Zones 6 through 9
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — this species boasts a broad; demanding ample space to flourish
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — spreading crown when mature, image 35
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — typically reaching widths of 30 to 50 feet; capable of attaining heights exceeding 70 to 100 feet in a residential landscape
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — In youth, it exhibits a conical shape but develops a distinctive flat-topped appearance with age; durable and
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — arranged in dense clusters on short spur branches; and measure approximately 1 to 2 inches in length
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — The needles of Cedrus libani are a striking dark green; an ideal focal point for large landscape designs
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — and measure approximately 1 to 2 inches in length; this stately tree reaches heights up to 130 feet with a spread of 50 feet
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — <br><br>This tree's monumental stature is matched by its considerable growth potential; botanically known as Cedrus libani
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — capable of attaining heights exceeding 70 to 100 feet in a residential landscape; the needles of Cedrus libani are a
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — tolerating temperatures down to approximately 20&deg;F (-6&deg;C); occasional droughts are endured once established, but
Cedar Of Lebanon (Cedrus Libani) — but retains best health in USDA Zones 6 through 9; prized for its ornamental and historical significance

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