Cedrus deodara

Name: Cedrus deodara
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
Price: 640.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$640.00

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Size: 100L

100L 40cm/45L 30cm

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm: 0.7m – 1m Approx.
40cm/45L: 1.5m – 2m Approx.
100L: 1.3m – 1.8m Approx.

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About Cedrus deodara

Cedrus deodara, or Deodar Cedar, is a large, evergreen conifer known for its pendulous blue-green needles and symmetrical pyramidal shape that broadens with age. Its layered, sweeping branches give it strong visual impact in open landscapes.

It looks excellent as a specimen tree, windbreak, or anchor in large-scale planting schemes, where its structure and colour can be fully appreciated. Deodar Cedar thrives in full sun, is drought-tolerant once established, and requires low maintenance with only moderate watering. A reliable choice for adding scale, greenery, and long-term structure to parks, estates, or expansive gardens.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Cedrus deodara is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 15m - 30m Approximately

Mature Width: 6m – 13.7m

Cedrus deodara is expected to grow Approx. 60 – 90 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Cedrus deodara frost tolerant?

Cedrus deodara is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Cedrus deodara produces small upright male cones and tiny female cones in autumn, which gradually develop into larger, woody seed cones over time. While subtle, these seasonal structures sit among the soft blue-green needles and mark its natural reproductive cycle.

Native Information

Is Cedrus deodara an Australian Native? No

Cedrus deodara is Native to The western Himalayas, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, northern India, and Nepal, where it grows naturally on mountain slopes.

Wildlife Value

Its dense evergreen canopy provides year-round shelter and nesting habitat for small birds, while the cones support insects and cone-feeding wildlife. The layered branching also creates cool, protected micro-habitats that enhance overall garden biodiversity.

Sunlight Information

Cedrus deodara will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Cedrus deodara performs best in well-drained sandy or 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 and coarse material to enhance aeration and structure. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops its hallmark high drought resilience.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Deodar Cedar

Genus: Cedrus

Botanical Species: deodara

Family: Pinaceae

Botanical Name: Cedrus deodara

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree
Avenue Planting
Shade Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes

Cedrus deodara 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.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant:

Pick a location with full sun and well-draining soil.
Dig a hole twice the width and equal depth of the root ball.
Position the tree upright in the hole.
Backfill with soil and press down to remove air gaps.
Water thoroughly.

Hedging & Screening: Not used.

Feature Tree: Allow 5 m – 7 m spacing for full form and graceful weeping branches.

Avenue Planting Trees: Space 6 m – 8 m apart for stately alignment.

Caring for Cedrus deodara:

Ensure regular watering during initial growth; reduce after establishment.
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Minimal pruning is needed unless for shaping purposes.

Enhancing Soil for Graceful Foliage and Architectural Form

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

Well-Draining Soil: Optimal for supporting its elegant drooping branches.

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

Sandy Soil: Naturally well-draining; enrich with a well-balanced, slow-release fertilizer to provide essential nutrients.
Clay Soil: Amend with organic material and sand to facilitate drainage and prevent waterlogging.
Loamy Soil: An ideal base; maintain with periodic organic amendments to ensure continued health.
Peaty Soil: Check and improve drainage; adjust acidity as needed to suit this cedar’s preferences.

Cedrus deodara is expected to grow Approx. 60 – 90 cm per year.

Slow 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

Inland QLD (Darling Downs, Central QLD)
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 Cedrus deodara develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and exposed environments and maintains its graceful, drooping form with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Cedrus deodara flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Not Applicable

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Deodar Cedar suitable for urban settings? Yes, but consider its mature size when choosing a location.
How fast does the Deodar Cedar grow? It has a moderate growth rate, adding 30-60cm annually.

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