Cedrus libani 'Glauca Pendula' - 1/2 STDS C285

Description
The Cedar of Lebanon 'Glauca Pendula' (Cedrus libani) is a tree or shrub that grows in a loose, overhanging habit and usually reaches a height of approx. 5 m and a width of approx. 4 m. Its needle-like leaves are blue-grey in colour. This tree is highly frost-hardy. It prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil in a sunny position.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Cedrus libanotica.

Leaves
The Cedar of Lebanon 'Glauca Pendula' is evergreen. Its needles are blue-grey.

Frost hardiness
The Cedar of Lebanon 'Glauca Pendula' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Cedar of Lebanon 'Glauca Pendula' has a loose, overhanging habit.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- This plant is susceptible to snow pressure. In snowy areas, it is therefore advisable to wrap the branches with twine. Otherwise, they may split apart and not fully recover. When the snow season is over, the twine must of course be removed. - This plant should not be pruned. Only broken or diseased branches should be removed in summer.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, heather garden, rock garden, park