Atlas Cedar ‘Glauca’ 20/40cm (2L)
Cedrus atlantica
£32.00
The Atlantic Cedar ‘Glauca’ is a majestic, slow-growing evergreen conifer with striking silvery-blue foliage that adds a touch of Mediterranean flair to any garden.
- ✓ Stunning silvery-blue evergreen conifer with gracefully drooping branches that creates year-round architectural interest in larger gardens
- ✓ Hardy to -15°C once established, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil - perfect for exposed sites and coastal gardens across the UK
- ✓ Grows into a majestic specimen tree reaching 15-20m over many years, with distinctive horizontal branches and attractive barrel-shaped cones
- ✓ Low maintenance once established - drought tolerant, pest resistant and requires no pruning to maintain its naturally elegant pyramidal shape
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’, also known as the Atlantic Cedar ‘Glauca’, is a magnificent evergreen conifer that adds a striking, silvery-blue hue to any garden. This majestic tree is native to the Atlas Mountains of North Africa and thrives in the British climate, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a touch of Mediterranean flair.
With its graceful, pyramidal shape and dense, blue-green foliage, the Atlantic Cedar ‘Glauca’ is a true showstopper. The silvery-blue needles, which shimmer in the sunlight, create a captivating contrast against the deep green of other plants. As the tree matures, it develops a stately, tiered appearance, adding depth and texture to the landscape.
One of the key features of the Atlantic Cedar ‘Glauca’ is its adaptability. This hardy tree is well-suited to a range of soil types, from well-drained sandy loams to heavy clay soils, as long as they are not waterlogged. It thrives in full sun and can tolerate partial shade, making it a versatile choice for both open and partially shaded gardens.
Caring for the Atlantic Cedar ‘Glauca’ in the British climate is relatively straightforward. It requires little maintenance, aside from occasional pruning to maintain its shape and remove any damaged or diseased branches. Regular watering during the first few years after planting is recommended to ensure the tree becomes well-established, but once mature, it is quite drought-tolerant.
The Atlantic Cedar ‘Glauca’ is a slow-growing tree, but its majestic appearance and long lifespan make it a worthwhile investment for any gardener. With its impressive size and striking colour, this tree is sure to be a focal point in any landscape, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your outdoor space.
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
4–8 metres
Please note: Decorative pots shown are for display purposes only. Your tree will be supplied in a standard plastic nursery pot shown in the other pictures.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Partial Sun
Pot Size
2 litre
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Silver
Hardiness
-5°C to 1°C (H3)
When MatureWatering
Moderate
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Fragrance
Foliage: Moderate
Dwarf
Rare / Hard to Find
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £1.32 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £10.74 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £5.99 (Flat) | |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC) | £13.14 (Flat) | This item |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (APC/-1| | £11.94 (Flat) | This item |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Pallet Courier | £108.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Standard Courier (APC) | £29.94 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £96.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
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We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
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