Conifer, Tree

Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’

Blue Atlas Cedar 'Glauca'
Award Winner Low Maintenance Hardiness H6

Blue Atlas Cedar ‘Glauca’ develops into a large, spreading evergreen tree with silvery-blue needles that mature to blue-green and upright cones that add lasting presence. This stately tree has earned the RHS Award of Garden Merit for its beauty and reliability in gardens. It needs space but rewards with decades of character and colour. If you’ve been asking what conifer will make a lasting specimen in a large Irish garden, this is one to plant.

SKU: CED-20L-TB0D0G

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Size
Max Height
12.0 m +
Max Spread
8.0 m +
Growth Habit
Widely extends outward with many lateral branches from center.
Planting Position
Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South East West
Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Free draining
Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Architectural
Merits
  • No pruning required
  • Low Maintenance
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit