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Cedrus libani (Cedar of Lebanon)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 12m
max. spread
Ultimate height 15m
max. height
Time to maturity 20-50 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Cedrus libani

Other names: Cedar of Lebanon


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Genus: Cedrus

Species: C. libani - C. libani is a large, spreading evergreen tree. It has dark-green, needle-like leaves arranged in whorls and large brown ovoid cones.

Cedrus libani is: Evergreen

Foliage: Dark-green, Grey-green in All seasons

Fruit: Green-brown in All seasons

Tree shape: Broad crowned, Spreading, Tall

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Specific pests: Aphids

Specific diseases: Honey fungus

General care

Pruning: No regular pruning necessary.. REGISTER to read more...

Propagation methods: Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Cedrus libani (Cedar of Lebanon) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 20-50 years.


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Suggested uses: Architectural, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree

Cultivation: Plant in any well-drained soil. Needs plenty of space.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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Casa dei Cedri, Bolzano, Italy

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