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Calocedrus macrolepis

Also Known As

  • CEDAR

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 50'-80'
  • W: 20'-50'

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

Calocedrus macrolepis plant details

Calocedrus macrolepis is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Calocedrus macrolepis

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 50 FT - wide, 50 FT - 80 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Calocedrus macrolepis

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A beautiful horizontally-branched form (to 49-80') withfissured dark-brown bark makes this rare tree from subtropical mountains. a handsome ornamental; its aromatic, insect-resistant wood is used for cabinets and joss sticks. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Calocedrus macrolepis plant

How to Grow Calocedrus macrolepis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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