Karl Fuchs Himalayan Cedar

Cedrus deodara 'Karl Fuchs'

Pronunciation: SEE-drus dee-oh-DAR-uh
SKU #05522
6-11

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A striking evergreen with bright blue spring growth, that gradually matures to green, resulting in a unique shimmering effect throughout most of the year. Provides a striking vertical element in the landscape. Ideal as a specimen against a backdrop of darker green conifers or shrubs, or massed for a dramatic statement of color.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Once established water deeply occasionally.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 15 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide in 10 years.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-11

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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
Growth RateModerate
Landscape UsePrivacy Screen, Windbreak
Foliage ColorBlue-green
Companion PlantsCamellia (Camellia); Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Azalea (Azalea); Magnolia (Magnolia); Japanese Maple (Acer)
Care InstructionsGrows easily in a wide range of soil types; avoid poorly drained, soggy sites. Best foliage color in full sun. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
Growth RateModerate
Style
Landscape UsePrivacy Screen, Windbreak
Foliage ColorBlue-green
Companion PlantsCamellia (Camellia); Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Azalea (Azalea); Magnolia (Magnolia); Japanese Maple (Acer)
Care
Care InstructionsGrows easily in a wide range of soil types; avoid poorly drained, soggy sites. Best foliage color in full sun. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.