Horstmann Blue Atlas Cedar
Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann'
Pronunciation: SEE-drus at-LAN-tih-kuh
SKU #02332
| Description | A semi-dwarf selection with dense, icy blue foliage on a gracefully branching compact form. The architectural, irregular outline provides great year-round landscape interest. Add to evergreen borders for both form and foliage contrast. Blend into cold hardy islands with unique shrubs and trees. Ideal for use where space is limited. Evergreen. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Once established water deeply occasionally. |
| Blooms | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Mature Size | Slow growing; reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 5 to 6 ft. wide, in 10 years. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
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| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Camellia (Camellia); Fuchsia (Fuchsia) |
| Care | Best in loamy well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Avoid overly wet sites. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant
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101 Market 8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e.
Otsego, MN 55330 -
14th Street Garden Center 793 Jersey Ave.
Jersey City, NJ 07303 -
3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse 1110 3rd Ave. West
Dickinson, ND 58601