Cedrus atlantica: Atlas Cedar Seeds

Zones: 6 to 9
Mature Height: 60 feet
Mature Spread: 30 to 40 feet

The Atlas Cedar is a very beautiful specimen tree said to be unmatched by any conifer. Grey-green needles with pyramidal habit. As it matures it becomes irregular and flat-topped. Makes a great specimen tree on an open lawn or in large gardens or parks.

When choosing a location, keep in mind that the Atlas Cedar has a slow to moderate growth rate. It grows up to 60 feet in height and 30 to 40 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 6 to 9. This cedar prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained, acidic soil. When in deep soil, drought and heat tolerant.

How To Start These Seeds:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: None required
Germination: No pre-germination treatment required; sow immediately, sow seed 3/4 inch deep, mulch the seed bed

Seed Count Per Packet:
This packet contains 20 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds.

If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.