Cedrus libani Pendula

Weeping Cedar of Lerbanon

A dramatic, weeping evergreen conifer with long, arching branches that cascade downward, creating a sculptural, flowing form. Foliage is dark green to blue-green, held in dense rosettes, providing bold year-round texture. ‘Pendula’ has no fixed shape and is often trained on a stake to establish height; untrained plants form a spreading, ground-hugging specimen.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Evergreen conifer



Form: Weeping, cascading; trained or spreading



Mature Width: 20–30 ft



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



Foliage Color: Dark green to blue-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; training optional depending on desired form




Landscape Uses
Specimen plantings, slopes, rock gardens, retaining walls, estates, and focal points where a living sculpture is desired. Excellent for strong winter interest.


Care Tips


Stake and train a leader early if vertical growth is desired



Avoid heavy pruning; allow natural cascade to define form



Do not plant in wet or compacted soils

Plant type

Conifer

Height

60'

Width

20'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Well Drained

Shape

Columnar, Weeping

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No