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Cedrus deodara 'Shalimar'

Also Known As

Shalimar Hardy Himalyan Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 40'-50'
W: 30'-40'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Cedrus deodara 'Shalimar' plant details

Cedrus deodara 'Shalimar' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cedrus deodara 'Shalimar'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cedrus deodara 'Shalimar'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This attractive 40-50' pyramidal tree was selected for its cold hardiness by the Arnold Arboretum in Boston from seeds collected in Kashmir. This lovely cultivar features graceful, pendant branch tips and beautiful blue-green needles. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Cedrus deodara ' Shalimar ' Typical Himalayan Cedar but selected from mountain seed source for cold hardiness. Leaves are a blue-green pendulous on an upright tree form. Plant was first written about in 1982 from the Arnold Arboretum.