
Fastigiate Atlas Cedar
Cedrus Atlantica Fastigiata
A majestic evergreen with a striking columnar form, perfect for adding vertical interest to any landscape.
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About this plant
Standing tall and proud, the Fastigiate Atlas Cedar (Cedrus Atlantica Fastigiata) is a true architectural plant, boasting a narrow, upright habit that makes a powerful statement. Its stiff, upward-sweeping branches are adorned with short, blue-green needles that deliver year-round color and texture. This cultivar offers a sophisticated vertical accent, ideal for narrower spaces where a broad conifer would be too sprawling. It brings a touch of classic elegance to formal gardens, urban settings, or as a distinguished specimen in a mixed border. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Fastigiate Atlas Cedar is remarkably resilient, tolerating a range of conditions once established, making it a valuable and long-lived addition to the discerning gardener's collection.
Care & maintenance
Requires well-drained soil. Minimal pruning is needed to maintain its naturally columnar shape. Fertilize in spring with a balanced evergreen fertilizer. Protect young trees from strong winds.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 30-50 feet
- Mature width
- 8-12 feet
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate; water regularly during dry periods, especially when young. Established trees have good drought tolerance.
- Growth rate
- Medium