Deodor Cedar
| COMMON NAME | Deodor Cedar |
| BOTANICAL NAME * | Cedrus deodora |
| ZONE | 7-8 |
| SIZE | 40 – 70’ ht, after 30 years, but can eventually reach over 150’. There are some dwarf cultivars that are small shrubs. SEE BELOW. |
| FOLIAGE | Needle evergreen. Very soft textured appearance. |
| FRUIT | Solitary cones 3-4” long |
| GROWING CONDITIONS | Full Sun. Well-drained, dry location. |
| FAVORITE CULTIVARS | ‘Shalimar’ with blue-green needle color, supposedly superior to ‘Kashmir’, though ‘Kashmir’ may be easier to find. ‘Electra Blue’ for a more intense blue hue. ‘Aurea’ has golden variegation. ‘Prostrata’ is an excellent dwarf form staying below 3’ ht, but can spread to 8 ft or more. |
| NOTES | Somewhat Deer Resistant. Note the difference in the 2 photos of Cedrus deodora ‘Prostrata’. Both were sold under the same name, but the habit is considerably different. At least ask for a photo before you purchase. |
* A particular plant will have only 1 botanical name. Unfortunately, a particular plant may have several common names or it may share a common name with another plant. Whenever possible, use the botanical name.
