Description

Atlas Cedar

Cedrus atlantica

🌿 Product Description

The Atlas Cedar is one of the world’s most iconic conifers—celebrated for its sculptural branching, silvery‑blue needles, and commanding presence in the landscape. Native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, this species brings a timeless, old‑world elegance to estates, gardens, and curated collections. Its graceful, layered form develops naturally with age, creating a living architectural focal point that only becomes more impressive over time.

Resilient, drought‑tolerant, and long‑lived, the Atlas Cedar thrives in a wide range of conditions, making it a favorite among discerning growers who value both beauty and durability. Whether planted as a specimen tree or incorporated into a conifer collection, it offers year‑round color and a sense of grandeur that few species can match.

🌱 Key Features

• Striking blue‑green needles that hold color beautifully through all seasons
• Naturally architectural form with tiered, sweeping branches
• Drought‑tolerant and hardy once established
• Long‑lived species known for strength and resilience
• Ideal specimen tree for premium landscapes and collectors

🌳 Growth & Care

• Mature Size: 40–60 ft tall, 25–40 ft wide
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Prefers well‑drained soils; tolerant of sandy or rocky sites
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 6–9
• Maintenance: Low; prune only to shape when young

✨ Ideal For

• Estate landscapes and signature plantings
• Conifer and rare‑tree collections
• Architectural or sculptural garden design