Also known as Cedar · 52 gardener saves
Cedrus: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Cedrus, the genus most gardeners know as cedar. We track 4 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 4 most-saved Cedrus varieties
Of 4 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedBlue Atlas Cedar
Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca'
#2 most savedFeelin' Blue Deodar Cedar
Cedrus deodara 'Feelin’ Blue'
#3 most savedDeodar Cedar
Cedrus deodara
Atlas Cedar
Cedrus atlantica
How to grow Cedrus
What the Cedrus varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 4 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Cedrus year
- PlantMarch, April, September and October100% of varieties
Plant container or balled-and-burlapped stock in early spring or fall.
- PruneJanuary and February100% of varieties
Prune only to remove dead, damaged, or crossing limbs during dormancy.
- FertilizeMarch100% of varieties
Fertilize young trees with a balanced slow-release formula if growth is slow.
- MulchMarch50% of varieties
Apply fresh mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Do
- Water deeply during dry spells 🌱
- Prune to maintain shape and remove dead branches ❌
- Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds 🌱
- Fertilize once a year in early spring 🌱
- Mulch annually to conserve moisture
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Never plant in poorly drained soil
- Avoid overwatering which can cause root rot ❌
- Do not prune in late summer or fall 🌱
What goes wrong with Cedrus
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted needles | Use insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Spider mites | Fine webbing and speckled foliage | Introduce natural predators or spray with water |
| Spider Mites | Fine webbing and speckled foliage | Increase humidity and spray with insecticidal soap |
| Needle blight | Discoloration and dieback of needles | Improve air circulation and apply appropriate fungicide |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing needles | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
| Root Rot | Wilting and yellowing needles | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
Making more Cedrus
Cuttings
- Take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer.
- Dip cuttings in rooting hormone powder.
- Plant in a mixture of sand and peat.
- Keep soil moist and provide bottom heat for 6-8 weeks.
Seed
- Collect mature cones in autumn and extract seeds.
- Stratify seeds in moist sand for 4-6 weeks.
- Plant seeds in well-draining soil and keep moist.
- Transplant seedlings after 1-2 years when established.
Cedrus questions
How many types of Cedrus are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 4 distinct Cedrus varieties. The most popular — ranked by 52 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Cedrus grow in?
Across its varieties, Cedrus covers USDA Zones 6–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Cedrus bloom?
Most Cedrus varieties bloom in late spring, fall. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Cedrus should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Cedrus shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Cedrus in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
