Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Current Stock Height Guides
Current Stock Height Guides
Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only.
As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range.
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Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.
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About Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
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.
Distinguishing Features
Distinguishing Features
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is a great option for you if you:
Mature Height & Width
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.
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
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)
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Trade Customers
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Shipping Cost
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About Your New 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.
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Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) works in an:
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Evergreen or Deciduous?
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Evergreen or Deciduous?
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree
Mature Height & Width
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.
Growth Rate of Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Growth Rate of Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 1.5 m per year.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
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.
Does Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Flower?
Does Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Flower?
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.
Does Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Pink
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) an Australian Native Tree?
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) an Australian Native Tree?
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.
What is the Wildlife Value of Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) ?
What is the Wildlife Value of Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) ?
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.
How much Sunlight does Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) need?
How much Sunlight does Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) need?
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Preferred 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.
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Drought Tolerant?
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Drought Tolerant?
Is Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) Drought tolerant?
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.
Planting Information
How To Plant Your Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
How To Plant Your Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis) is expected to grow Approx. 1 – 1.5 m per year.
Long Term Care For Your Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Long Term Care For Your Cedrela sinensis – Chinese Cedar (Toona sinensis)
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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