Himalayan/Deodara Cedar
Botanical Name: Cedrus Deodara
Hardiness Zones: 6-8
Mature Height: 60'
Growth Rate: Medium
Seed Source: China
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36mm Jiffy PlugAvailable: 0 - 50mm Jiffy PlugAvailable: 0
- Plastic GallonAvailable: 0
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- Plantable Peat GallonAvailable: 0
36mm Jiffy Plug
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHMAG361Y03 | 1 Y | 3 – 6″ |
| $3.13 | $2.72 | $2.31 | $1.89 | $1.75 | $1.62 | |
| CHMAG361Y06 | 1 Y | 6 – 9″ |
| $3.24 | $2.83 | $2.42 | $2.00 | $1.86 | $1.73 | |
| CHMAG361Y09 | 1 Y | 9 – 12″ |
| $3.35 | $2.94 | $2.53 | $2.11 | $1.97 | $1.84 | |
| CHMAG361Y12 | 1 Y | 12 – 15″ |
| $3.46 | $3.05 | $2.64 | $2.22 | $2.08 | $1.95 | |
50mm Jiffy Plug
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHMAG501Y03 | 1 Y | 3 – 6″ |
| $4.93 | $4.28 | $3.63 | $2.98 | $2.77 | $2.55 | |
| CHMAG501Y06 | 1 Y | 6 – 9″ |
| $5.04 | $4.39 | $3.74 | $3.09 | $2.88 | $2.66 | |
| CHMAG501Y09 | 1 Y | 9 – 12″ |
| $5.15 | $4.50 | $3.85 | $3.20 | $2.99 | $2.77 | |
| CHMAG501Y12 | 1 Y | 12 – 15″ |
| $5.26 | $4.61 | $3.96 | $3.31 | $3.10 | $2.88 | |
Plastic Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHMPL1Y12 | 2 Y | 12 – 15″ |
| $6.92 | $6.24 | $5.89 | $5.55 | $5.41 | $5.28 | |
Plastic 3 Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHM3G1Y18 | 3 Y | 18 – 24″ |
| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| CHM3G1Y24 | 3 Y | 24 – 36″ |
| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| CHM3G1Y36 | 3 Y | 36 – 48″ |
| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| CHM3G2Y24 | 4 Y | 24 – 36″ |
| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
| CHM3G2Y36 | 4 Y | 36 – 48″ |
| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | |
Plantable Peat Quart
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHMPQ1Y09 | 2 Y | 9 – 12″ |
| $5.63 | $4.94 | $4.59 | $4.10 | $3.96 | $3.82 | |
Notes
Because of its graceful weeping branches, the Himalayan/Deodara Cedar is commonly considered a type of weeping cedar. It's important to note that this tree should be shielded from strong winds. Naturally, the tree secretes an aromatic oil that deters many insects.
Uses
Himalayan/Deodara Cedar trees are a popular choice among many Christmas tree purchasers. They are also widely used in landscaping and for providing privacy screens.
Wildlife Value
The Himalayan/Deodara Cedar offers nesting and cover sites for multiple mammals and birds. It also serves as a food source for birds such as woodpeckers and mammals such as squirrels.
History & Lore
Himalayan/Deodara Cedar are native to the western Himalayas in eastern Afghanistan, northern Pakistan, and northern Republic of India. In those areas they are know to grow at 10,500 feet above sea level. It is declared as Pakistan's national tree. Many consider this tree to be sacred in Hinduism.
Hardiness Zones
6-8
Tree Type
Conifer
Tree Subtype
Cedar
Mature Height
60'
Mature Spread
30'
Growth Rate
Medium
Seed Source
China
Sun Preference
Full sun
Soil PH Range
6.0-7.0
Soil Preference
Well drained, dry
Tolerant
Drought
Intolerant
Excessive moisture
Diseases
Arillaira, root rot, sooty mold
Pests
Beetle borers
