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Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)

Name: Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: CEDSIN40cm/45L
Price: 300.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$300.00

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10006 in stock

Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 30cm

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm: 1.5m – 3m Approx.
40cm/45L: 2.1m – 2.5m Approx.

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About Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)

Cedrela sinensis (Chinese Cedar) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree with a broad umbrella-shaped canopy and fine compound foliage that emerges bright green and turns golden-yellow in autumn. Its upright structure and well-spaced branching provide a light, elegant silhouette, perfect for large gardens, parks, and streetscapes.

They look excellent as a shade tree and architectural feature, delivering refined seasonal colour and low-maintenance resilience. Cedrela sinensis adapts well to urban environments and tolerates moderate drought and frost once established, thriving in full sun to part shade.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 15m - 25m Approximately

Mature Width: 7m – 10m

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 1.5 m per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) frost tolerant?

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Cedrela sinensis produces large clusters of creamy-white, lightly fragrant flowers in late spring to early summer. These drooping panicles form beneath the fresh foliage and create a soft, elegant seasonal display before developing into small, winged seed capsules.

Native Information

Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) an Australian Native? No

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is Native to Native to China and Southeast Asia, where it grows naturally in forests and valleys. Cultivated widely as both an ornamental tree and for its edible young shoots.

Wildlife Value

Its fragrant flowers attract pollinating insects including bees, moths and hoverflies, while the broad canopy offers shelter for small birds. The seed capsules and branching structure also support insect activity, contributing to a biodiverse and healthy garden environment.

Sunlight Information

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Cedrela sinensis performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained areas unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage and soil structure. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support healthy growth and seasonal flowering.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Chinese Cedar

Genus: Toona

Botanical Species: sinensis

Family: Meliaceae

Botanical Name: Toona sinensis

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree
Screening or Privacy
Avenue Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant Cedrela sinensis:

Choose a spot with well-draining soil and ample sunlight.
Dig a hole twice as wide and equal in depth to the tree’s root ball.
Place the tree in the hole, ensuring it's level with the ground.
Backfill the hole with soil, pressing down as you go to eliminate air pockets.
Water thoroughly after planting.

Hedging & Screening: Not commonly used.

Feature Tree: Plant 3 m – 5 m apart to highlight seasonal foliage colour.

Avenue Planting Trees: Space 5 m – 6 m apart for formal rows with room to mature.

Caring for Cedrela sinensis:

While the Chinese Cedar is relatively low-maintenance, ensuring it gets enough water during dry spells will keep it looking its best.
Mulch around the base can assist in conserving soil moisture and suppressing weeds.
Annually inspect the tree for signs of pests or diseases.

Enhancing Soil for Majestic Growth and Coniferous Beauty

Ideal Drainage: Requires well-drained, acidic to neutral soil.

Well-Draining Soil: Excellent for Cedar trees, helping to prevent root rot and promoting healthy growth.

If you have the following soil, here are some tips for you:

Sandy Soil: Great for drainage; augment with pine bark mulch to maintain acidity and provide organic nutrients.
Clay Soil: Generally poor for cedars; enhance significantly with sand and organic compost to ensure good drainage and slight acidity.
Loamy Soil: A strong base; maintain slight acidity with appropriate amendments like sulfur if necessary.
Peaty Soil: Ensure it is well-drained; ideal for maintaining moisture without waterlogging, with amendments to adjust acidity as needed.

Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 1.5 m per year.

Fast Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Cedrela sinensis develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs reliably with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods and maintains its rapid seasonal growth in a wide range of climates.

Flowering Information

Does Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Pink

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

Are the seeds of Cedrela sinensis suitable for propagation? Yes, but stratification is needed for optimal germination.
Is the Chinese Cedar a fast-grower? Yes, especially in conducive conditions.

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