Description

Deodar Cedar (Cedrus deodara) is a large, upright, evergreen tree that can mature to 60' tall and 30' wide. When this plant is small in the nursery, it has a nearly perfect Christmas tree shape with weeping branches, making it appear to be a perfect specimen for a small garden. It will quickly outgrow small garden spaces, so it is best to select this specimen tree only when you have a larger garden. This tree is often used in parks and large open spaces due to its size and natural upright habit. If this tree is planted in a location where it can reach its mature size, it will require almost no pruning or fertilizer. However, if it is planted in a location that is too small, a licensed arborist should be hired to maintain it. This tree should be planted at least 10 feet away from any hardscape areas, 20 feet from structures such as houses and buildings, and not near any powerlines. Shrubs and perennials should be planted about five feet away from this tree. It should be irrigated for about 45 minutes once a week when using most in-line drip irrigation systems.