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    RedCrocus Golden Deodar Cedar Live Plant – Cedrus deodara 'Aurea' – Evergreen Conifer with Golden New Growth, Best Color in Full Sun, Outdoor Landscape Tree, Zones 7–9 15 Gallon Nursery Pot

    RedCrocus Golden Deodar Cedar Live Plant – Cedrus deodara 'Aurea' – Evergreen Conifer with Golden New Growth, Best Color in Full Sun, Outdoor Landscape Tree, Zones 7–9 15 Gallon Nursery Pot

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    Cedrus Deodara Aurea

    Evergreen Conifer

    A golden selection of the Himalayan cedar prized for its soft, pendulous habit and luminous chartreuse new growth that matures to blue‑green. Makes a striking specimen in spacious landscapes where its graceful form and year‑round color can shine.

    Description

    Cedrus deodara ‘Aurea’ (Golden Deodar Cedar) is a stately, evergreen conifer with a naturally pyramidal outline and elegant, slightly weeping branchlets. Spring flushes emerge golden‑yellow to chartreuse, creating a vibrant contrast against older blue‑green needles. Over time it develops a broad, layered crown with a soft, feathery texture. Best color forms in full sun with good light exposure, and the plant thrives in well‑drained soils. Provide ample space—this is ultimately a large tree—so its graceful silhouette can be appreciated from all sides.

    Suggested Uses

    Specimen Tree Evergreen Focal Point Estate & Park Landscapes Mediterranean & Xeric Gardens Contrast for Dark Foliage Plantings Screening (with space) Four‑Season Structure Coastal Inland (protected)
    Note: Color intensity varies with season, exposure, and climate; spring and early summer show the brightest gold.

    Plant Details

    • Botanical name iconBotanical NameCedrus Deodara Aurea (Golden Deodar Cedar)
    • Common name iconCommon NameCedrus Deodara ‘Aurea’
    • Size and growth iconSize & Growth40–60 ft tall x 20–30 ft wide at maturity; 12–24 in/year when young (slower with age)
    • Hardiness zones iconHardiness ZonesUSDA Zones 7–9 (sheltered sites may extend into 6b)
    • Foliage type iconFoliage TypeEvergreen, soft needles in whorls; golden new growth aging to blue‑green
    • Bloom time iconBloom TimeNon‑flowering; wind‑borne pollen cones in fall; seed cones mature over 1–2 years
    • Growth rate iconGrowth RateModerate to fast (quickest in youth with adequate moisture and drainage)
    • Light requirements iconLight RequirementsFull sun (6+ hours) for best golden color; light shade reduces intensity
    • Attracts pollinators iconAttracts PollinatorsNo—wind‑pollinated; offers shelter/nesting sites for birds and wildlife
    • Indoor friendly iconIndoor FriendlyNot suitable as a houseplant; outdoor landscape tree only
    • Container friendly iconContainer FriendlyTemporary only when young in very large containers; best planted in ground
    • Deer resistant iconDeer ResistantGenerally deer resistant once established; minimal browsing reported
    • Pet caution iconPet WarningGenerally non‑toxic; ingestion of needles may cause mild GI upset—discourage chewing
    • Fragrant iconFragrantLightly aromatic resinous foliage and wood when crushed or warmed by sun
    • Cut flower iconCut FlowerNot a cut flower; boughs are attractive in winter or holiday arrangements
    • Grows well with iconGrows Well WithGrows Well With Juniperus, Pinus, Chamaecyparis, Cupressus, Lavandula, Rosmarinus, Ceanothus, Miscanthus, Nandina

    Care Tips

    • Planting instructions iconPlanting InstructionsSite in full sun with room for mature spread. Dig a hole 2–3× wider than the root ball; plant at or slightly above grade. Backfill with native soil (amend only if drainage is poor). Water in thoroughly and mulch 2–3 in, keeping mulch off the trunk flare.
    • Soil moisture iconSoil MoistureKeep evenly moist the first 1–2 years; allow the top inch to dry between waterings. Once established, moderately drought tolerant. Avoid waterlogging.
    • Soil type iconSoil TypeWell‑drained loam or sandy loam; slightly acidic to neutral (pH ~6.0–7.5). In heavy clay, use raised beds/berms and incorporate grit to improve drainage.
    • Humidity iconHumidityTolerates a range; prefers good air movement. Avoid sites with stagnant humidity and poor drainage to reduce fungal pressure.
    • Pruning instructions iconPruning InstructionsMinimal pruning. Maintain a single central leader; remove only dead, damaged, or rubbing wood in late winter. Do not top; avoid hard cuts into old wood as cedars don’t readily resprout from bare limbs.
    • Winter care iconWinter CareHardy in Zones 7–9. Shield young trees from desiccating winds; maintain a mulch ring. Water during prolonged winter dry spells when soil is unfrozen; avoid salt spray and salt‑laden soils.
    • Planting depth iconPlanting DepthSet the root flare at or 1–2 in above surrounding grade. Loosen or slice circling roots on container plants; do not bury the trunk flare.
    • Fertilization iconFertilizationNot a heavy feeder. Apply a balanced, slow‑release conifer fertilizer in early spring only if a soil test indicates need. Avoid high nitrogen late in the season.
    • Special care iconSpecial CareEnsure excellent drainage to prevent root issues. Stake only the first year in windy sites to protect the leader. Monitor for bagworms and spider mites during hot, dry periods; reduce stress with proper watering and mulch.

    Additional Notes

    As with many named selections, dimensions and color intensity can vary by climate and cultural conditions. Provide full sun, space, and well‑drained soil to achieve the best golden flush and a healthy, long‑lived specimen.

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