Atlas Cedar. A slow growing conical tree with sharply pointed leaves, golden yellow when young maturing green. Cones green becoming brown. Max Height 6m. Max Spread 5m. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Cedrus libani ssp. atlantica ‘Aurea’
A slow growing conical tree with sharply pointed leaves, golden yellow when young maturing green. Cones green becoming brown.
Additional information
| Generic | Cedrus |
|---|---|
| Species | libani |
| Varietry | ssp. atlantica 'Aurea' |
| Common Name | Atlas Cedar |
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| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 6m |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Conical |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | yellow, green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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