Overview
Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' is a tree conifers in the genus Cedrus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include specimen tree and woodland garden.
About
Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' is a cultivar of the Cedrus genus, which comprises substantial evergreen trees with needle-like foliage arranged in a spiral on young branches and whorls on shorter shoots. This cultivar is suited to full sun and a south-facing, sheltered aspect, thriving best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is ideal as a specimen tree or in a woodland garden setting. Interest in this tree is particularly notable during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cedrus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Trees
- Habit
- Tree
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree, Woodland garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata'
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata'?
Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' need?
Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' hardy in the UK?
Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata'?
Seed, Grafting.
More in the Cedrus genus
- Cedrus brevifolia 'Eleni'Cyprus cedar 'Eleni'
- Cedrus brevifolia 'Kenwith'Cyprus cedar 'Kenwith'
- Cedrus deodara 'Gold Cascade'
- Cedrus deodara 'White Imp'deodar 'White Imp'
- Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel'cedar of Lebanon 'Blue Angel'
- Cedrus libani 'Pendula'
- Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn')