Overview
Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel' is a tree conifers in the genus Cedrus, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel' 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 libani 'Blue Angel' (cedar of Lebanon 'Blue Angel') is a substantial evergreen tree belonging to the genus Cedrus, known for its needle-like foliage arranged in spirals on young branches and whorls on shorter shoots. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained soils that can be sandy, loamy, or clay with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable as a specimen tree or for woodland gardens. Interest in this tree is particularly notable 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 libani 'Blue Angel' 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 libani 'Blue Angel'
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel'?
Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel' need?
Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel' 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 libani 'Blue Angel' hardy in the UK?
Cedrus libani 'Blue Angel' 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 libani 'Blue Angel'?
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 'Pendula'
- Cedrus deodara Feelin' Sunny ('Monkinn')