Overview
Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') is a tree conifers in the genus Cedrus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include specimen tree and woodland garden.
About
Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') is a cultivar of the Cedrus genus, which comprises substantial evergreen coniferous trees with needle-like foliage arranged in spirals on young branches and whorls on shorter shoots. This tree thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south-facing aspect. It grows well in fertile, well-drained soils including sandy, loamy, and clay types with a neutral pH. Suitable as a specimen tree or for woodland gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best cultivated in moist but well-drained conditions during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cedrus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') 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 deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn')
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn')?
Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') need?
Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
Is Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') hardy in the UK?
Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn') has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn')?
Seed, Grafting.
More in the Cedrus genus
- Cedrus atlantica 'Argentea Fastigiata'
- 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'