Cedrus deodara Shalimar

Shalimar Deodora Cedar

A refined deodar cedar selection valued for its graceful, upright pyramidal form and soft blue-green to gray-green needles. ‘Shalimar’ maintains the classic deodar look with elegantly pendulous branch tips, but with a more uniform, controlled habit than the species. Provides year-round structure and a calm, architectural presence in the landscape.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Evergreen conifer



Form: Upright pyramidal; graceful, slightly weeping branch tips



Mature Width: 15–20 ft



Mature Height: 30–40 ft



Foliage Color: Blue-green to gray-green



Texture: Fine to medium, elegant




Growing Conditions


USDA Hardiness Zones: 6b–9b



Light: Full sun



Soil: Average, well-drained soils; intolerant of wet sites



Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established



Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required




Landscape Uses
Specimen tree, focal point, estates, large borders, and mixed conifer plantings where a classic deodar form with manageable size is desired.


Care Tips


Plant in full sun for best density and color



Avoid poorly drained or compacted soils



Allow room for mature width and layered branching

Plant type

Conifer, Evergreen Tree

Height

30-40'

Width

15-25'

Hardiness zones

6–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Fall color

Blue Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Specimen

Shape

Pyramidal

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes