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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

    By: Forestfarm

    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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    aka Maupin Glow Incense Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-15'

    Width: 4'-5'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Calocedrus decurrens 'Maupin Glow' foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Calocedrus decurrens

    aka California Incense Cedar, Incense Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 30'-70'

    Width: 10'-20'

    • sun - bright shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Calocedrus decurrens form by Greer Gardens Inc.
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    Calocedrus decurrens 'Berrima Gold'

    aka Berrima Gold Golden Incense Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 30'

    Width: 8'-6'

    • mostly sun - bright shade
    • drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Calocedrus decurrens 'Berrima Gold' by Karl Gercens III
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    Calocedrus decurrens 'Aureovariegata'

    aka Aureovariegata Incense Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 35'-50'

    Width: 6'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Calocedrus decurrens 'Aureovariegata' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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