Buy Cedrus deodara 'Bush's Electra'

Also Known As

Cedrus deodara 'Electra Blue'
Cedrus deodara 'Electra'
Bush's Electra Blue Cedar
Electra Blue Deodar Cedar
Electra Blue Himalyan Cedar
Himalayan Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 3"-40'
W: 1'-15'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Cedrus deodara 'Bush's Electra' plant details

Cedrus deodara 'Bush's Electra' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. and brown and red fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cedrus deodara 'Bush's Electra'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 15 FT - wide, 3 IN - 40 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, columnar, conical, container plant, dense, dwarf, narrow form, pyramidal, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cedrus deodara 'Bush's Electra'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This form of deodar cedar has ascending branches with needles emerging a light yellow-green color, needles from the previous year sporting a glaucous appearance, and needles from two or more years ago the traditional blue-green color of most deodar cedars

By: Conifer Kingdom

Perhaps the epitome of a small blue conifer, this slow-growing gem (to 10-15') has bright blue needles and a narrow upright habit; wonderful for small garden, container, rock garden or bonsai. S/M/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Cedrus deodara ' Electra Blue ' An electrifying blue Himalayan Cedar. Plant grows in a tight upright conical shape. Can be sheared for more compactness. Plant introduced by Dick Bush of Aurora, OR.

By: Kigi Nursery

Electra Blue Himalayan Cedar is notable for its bright powdery blue foliage, compact growth, and dense pyramidal habit. Slow growing to 7-8' tall after 10 years.