Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann'

Also Known As

Horstmann Blue Atlas Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 5'-6'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann' plant details

Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann' is a moderate-growing evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
Uses: compact, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This small growing atlas cedar has glacier blue needles. A great plant for the small garden 12'x8' in many years.

By: Gossler Farms

Smaller than the species Atlas cedar, the irregular outline and icy blue needles make this a nice addition to the garden. Introduced from Germany. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

More compact and shorter needles than the standard blue Atlas cedar. Still the great powder blue color on a bushier growing plant.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Cedrus atlantica ' Horstmann ' Dwarf Blue Atlas Cedar New ! Plant is a dwarf upright form of Atlantic Cedar. Leaves are powder blue. Plant grows about 4-6 inches per year.