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Also Known As

  • Cedrus atlantica 'Horstman'
  • 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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

is a moderate growing atlas cedar. The rich blue needles appear on branches that are upright growing. The plant will grow 6”-8” per season.
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
More compact and shorter needles than the standard blue Atlas cedar. Still the great powder blue color on a bushier growing plant.
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.
Upright with blue evergreen needles, good drainage. Drought tolerant when established, hardy to zone 6

Gardening facts about Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann' plant

How to Grow Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'-20'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Height: 15'-25'

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Size

Height: 2'

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Zones

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Size

Height: 40'-60'

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  • sun
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 40'-60'

Width: 15'-20'

  • sun
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