Deodar Cedar
Cedrus deodara · Evergreen Coniferous Softwood
Plant Family
Pinaceae
Tree Category
Conifer and Shade Tree
Variety / Cultivar
Species type (Cedrus deodara)
Hardiness Zones
USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 9
About This Tree
A large evergreen conifer featuring a pyramidal form when young that becomes broad-spreading with flat tops and gracefully weeping branch tips at maturity. The foliage is dense and drooping.
Leaf Characteristics
Needle-like leaves, stiff yet somewhat flexible, arranged in clusters on short spurs, varying from bright green to bluish-green or silvery-gray.
Bark Characteristics
Dark gray to dark brown bark, deeply furrowed and scaly, breaking into small plates on older trees.
Growing Information
Origin Region
Western Himalayas, widely planted in temperate regions globally
Growing Season
Evergreen with active growth in spring and summer, remaining dormant in winter
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Requires moderate watering when young, becoming highly drought-tolerant once established.
Mature Size
Expected height of 40 to 50 feet or more, with a wide spreading canopy, moderate growth rate, and a long lifespan.
Special Characteristics
Known for its distinctive weeping branch tips, strong wood, tolerance to various soil types, and high ornamental value.
Wildlife & Ecology
Provides nesting sites and cover for various birds and small mammals; cones and seeds provide occasional food sources.