Evergreen Trees (Non-Flowering) – Deodar Cedar

Botanical name: Cedrus Deodara

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: can reach heights of up to 100 ft and 10 ft in width

Hardy zone: zones 3-9

Foliage color: green/blue

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year

Pruning instructions: trim in the winter to maintain desired size and shape

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: good for specimen planting and additions to an ornamental cluster garden

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: essential oils can be extracted this tree to nourish human skin

Watering instructions: allow soil to become mostly dry between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : use 10-10-10 in the early spring

Best time to plant: spring or fall

Best type of soil: loam

Companion plants: camellias, crape myrtles, magnolias, fuschia

Toxicity level: toxic for pets if ingested

Invasive species: no