Cedrus Atlantica (Atlas Cedar)

Species	:	Cedrus Atlantica
Common Name(s)	:	Atlas Cedar
Tree Features	:	Needles
Genus	:	Cedrus
Shape	:	Pyramidal
Mature Size	:	Large (over 20m)
Tree Type	:	Evergreen Conifer
Tree uses	:	Parkland Trees

Atlas Cedars make most imposing and stately subjects - perfect for large estates.

Introduced in the 1840s, Atlas Cedars make most imposing and stately subjects – perfect for large estates.

To the untrained eye it is too similar to Cedrus libani to call and the Dutch try and clear the trade of confusion by listing it as Cedrus libani Atlantica as a catchall. We list it separately for the sake of purity!

This large, evergreen tree from the Atlas Mountains of Algeria and Morocco forms an impressive structure of wide, horizontal branches when mature.

It grows rapidly in its early years and is regarded by many as a classical parkland tree.

It thrives on most soils but is better equipped to withstand urban pollution compared to Cedrus libani or deodara.

Cones, 5-7 cm in length, are produced along its numerous branches.

Mature height: 20m+

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