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Cedrus deodara Shalimar
Common Name: Shalimar Deodora Cedar
A refined deodar cedar selection valued for its graceful, upright pyramidal form and soft blue-green to gray-green needles. ‘Shalimar’ maintains the classic deodar look with elegantly pendulous branch tips, but with a more uniform, controlled habit than the species. Provides year-round structure and a calm, architectural presence in the landscape. Plant Characteristics Type: Evergreen conifer Form: Upright pyramidal; graceful, slightly weeping branch tips Mature Width: 15–20 ft Mature Height: 30–40 ft Foliage Color: Blue-green to gray-green Texture: Fine to medium, elegant Growing Conditions USDA Hardiness Zones: 6b–9b Light: Full sun Soil: Average, well-drained soils; intolerant of wet sites Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required Landscape Uses Specimen tree, focal point, estates, large borders, and mixed conifer plantings where a classic deodar form with manageable size is desired. Care Tips Plant in full sun for best density and color Avoid poorly drained or compacted soils Allow room for mature width and layered branching
| Plant Type: | Evergreen Tree, Conifer |
| Width: | 15-25' |
| Height: | 30-40' |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Zone: | 6 - 8 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen |
| Shape: | Pyramidal |
| Soil Type | Well Drained |
| Fall Color: | Blue Green |
