Cedrus libani 'Beacon Hill'

Beacon Hill Cedar of Lebanon

A refined selection of Cedar of Lebanon valued for its strong, upright pyramidal form and blue-green to gray-green needles. ‘Beacon Hill’ maintains a denser, more uniform habit than the species, especially when young, while still developing the broad, layered branching characteristic of Cedrus libani with age. Offers stately presence and excellent year-round structure.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Evergreen conifer



Form: Upright pyramidal when young; broad, layered with maturity



Mature Width: 30–45 ft



Mature Height: 50–70 ft



Foliage Color: Blue-green to gray-green



Texture: Coarse, architectural




Growing Conditions


USDA Hardiness Zones: 6a–9b



Light: Full sun



Soil: Average to well-drained soils; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline



Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established



Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning recommended




Landscape Uses
Specimen tree, estates, parks, campuses, and large landscapes where a majestic evergreen with improved form and color is desired.


Care Tips


Allow ample space for long-term width and branching



Avoid poorly drained or compacted soils



Let the natural form develop—little intervention needed

Plant type

Conifer, Deciduous Tree

Height

50-70'

Width

30'-45'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Well Drained

Shape

Narrow Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes