Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca' /Blue Atlas Cedar

Mature tree
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Mature tree	Grayish-blue foliage of mature tree at close view	The foliage makes for a striking, evergreen plant in the landscape
As a bonsai in training since 1960


Scientific Name:	Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca'
Common Name:	Blue Atlas Cedar
Plant Type:	Evergreen
Leaf Type:	Needleleaf
Hardiness Zone:	6, 7, 8, 9 Determine Your Zone
Height:	over 50 feet
Spread:	30 - 40 feet
Light Exposure:	Sun
Drainage:	Well drained, Dry
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Low
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	Yes

Comments:	Blue-green foliage adds accent to the landscape. Flowers insignificant, but cones are attractive. This long-lived, heat tolerant tree makes a good specimen or accent in the landscape. Select an open site in full sunlight and a well drained soil for this conifer. The gray foliage is a special feature.