Cedrus libani Glauca Pendula

Weeping Blue Cedar of Lerbanon

A dramatic, highly architectural weeping evergreen conifer featuring silvery blue to blue-green needles and long, cascading branches. ‘Glauca Pendula’ has no fixed form on its own and is typically trained on a stake to create height, with branches flowing downward in curtains. Left untrained, it can sprawl as a ground-hugging specimen. Provides exceptional year-round interest and sculptural presence.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Evergreen conifer



Form: Weeping, cascading; trained or spreading



Mature Width: 15–25 ft



Mature Height: 10–20 ft (taller if trained)



Foliage Color: Silvery blue to blue-green



Texture: Coarse, dramatic




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; training optional depending on desired form




Landscape Uses
Specimen plantings, slopes, rock gardens, retaining walls, and focal points in modern or classical landscapes. Excellent for creating living sculpture and winter interest.


Care Tips


Stake and train a leader early if vertical form is desired



Avoid heavy pruning; let the natural cascade define the plant



Do not plant in wet or compacted soils

Plant type

Conifer

Height

10-20'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Pendulous, Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No