I am surprised by the increasing numbers of deodara cedars (Cedrus deodara) prospering in Zone 6-b and 7 gardens. Perhaps, deodara cedars are much hardier than once thought. The buzz at the recent American Conifer Regional meeting held in Richmond, VA is this list that I am posting here for you to try.
Tree forms: - 'Karl Fuchs'
- 'Shalimar'
- 'Eisregen'
- 'Eiswinter'
- 'Polar Ice'
Shrub forms: - 'Feelin Blue'
- 'Glacier Blue' (photo)
- 'Divinely Blue'
- 'Snow Sprite'
- 'Cream Puff'
- 'Aurea'
Deodara cedars grow in deep, moist, well-drained, acidic loams in full sun. D-cedars are intolerant of poorly drained wet soils. D-cedars are very drought tolerant once established. I urge providing some protection around young plants from drying winter winds until they become established after two years.
