About

Cedrus deodara 'Golden Horizon' is a slowly spreading conifer that typically reaches a height of less than 1 meter when upward growth is pruned, while expanding up to 2 meters in width. Its foliage consists of vibrant yellow-green needles that persist throughout the year. If allowed to grow unpruned, it can develop a broad conical shape, potentially reaching around 3.5 meters in diameter.

About the genus

Cedrus consists of substantial evergreen trees characterized by needle-like foliage that forms a spiral pattern on young branches and appears in whorls on shorter spur-like shoots. The ovoid cones disintegrate to disperse seeds while remaining attached to the tree.

Growing conditions

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect
East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness
H5

Plant details

Plant type
Trees, Conifers
Habit
Spreading branched
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
1-1.5 metres
Spread
2.5-4 metres
Time to full height
10-20 years
Suggested uses
City and courtyard gardens

Care notes

Cultivation
Grow in any soil in good light for more information see tree cultivation
Pruning
No pruning required, but remove any upward leading shoots if they occur
Propagation
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance
May be susceptible to conifer aphid
Disease resistance
May be susceptible to honey fungus