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.
Category: Conifers
Additional information
Generic | Cedrus |
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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 |
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