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Deodar Cedar 20/40cm (P9T)

Cedrus deodara

£16.55

Cedrus deodara, commonly known as the Deodar Cedar, originates from the western Himalayas. This tree is characterized by its elegant, drooping branches, which contribute to its pyramidal form. Growing up to 12-18 meters in height, it features needle-like leaves of a soft, bluish-green hue and displays beautiful barrel-shaped cones.

The Deodar Cedar thrives best in full sunlight and prefers well-drained soil. With its graceful shape and striking foliage, it serves as an appealing focal point in large gardens, enhancing any landscape with its unique Himalayan charm.

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£16.55
1 item
£15.39
2 - 4 items
£14.90
5 - 9 items
£14.07
10 - 24 items
£13.24
25+ items

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Cedrus deodara, commonly known as the Deodar Cedar, is a coniferous giant that brings a touch of exotic grandeur to UK gardens. Native to the western Himalayas, this impressive evergreen is known for its majestic size and graceful form. Young trees have a perfect pyramidal shape, with branches that sweep downwards in elegant curves, almost touching the ground. As the tree matures, it develops a more open, flat-topped crown that can spread to impressive widths.

The needles are a key feature of the Deodar Cedar, being longer and softer than many other conifers. They grow in dense spirals around the branches, creating a lush, feathery texture. Their colour ranges from a bright blue-green in some varieties to a deeper green in others, providing year-round interest in the garden. In autumn, male trees produce small, cylindrical cones that release pollen, while female trees bear larger, barrel-shaped cones that stand upright on the branches like ornaments.

These cones can remain on the tree for several years, adding to its ornamental value. The bark of mature trees is another point of interest, developing deep fissures and a dark grey colour that contrasts beautifully with the needles. In UK gardens, the Deodar Cedar serves as a magnificent specimen tree, creating a focal point that draws the eye and anchors the landscape with its impressive presence.

Very hardy. UK grown.

Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metres

Time to ultimate height
20–50 years

Ultimate spread
Wider than 8 metres

The Deodar Cedar is relatively low-maintenance once established, making it suitable for gardeners of various experience levels. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. This tree prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil but is adaptable to various soil types as long as they’re not waterlogged. Young trees benefit from regular watering, especially during dry spells, but once established, they’re quite drought-tolerant. Pruning isn’t usually necessary as the tree naturally develops an attractive shape. However, you can remove any dead or damaged branches in late winter if needed. The Deodar Cedar is generally resistant to pests and diseases, adding to its low-maintenance appeal. It’s important to choose the planting site carefully, considering the tree’s eventual size and spread. Protect young trees from strong winds until they’re well-established. With proper care, this magnificent tree can live for several hundred years, becoming a long-lasting feature in your landscape.

We have a full range of Cedar trees; Altas Cedar – Cedrus atlantica, Cedar of Lebanon – Cedrus libani & Deodar Cedar – Cedrus deodara.

 

Season of Interest

Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter

Sunlight

Full Sun


Pot Size

9cm (Tall)

Foliage

Evergreen

Foliage Colour

Green

Hardiness

-20°C to -15°C (H6)

When Mature

Safety

Child Safe, Pet Safe

Watering

Little

Preferred Soil Type

Any well drained soil

Preferred Soil pH

Acidic

Fragrance

Strong


Highly Fragrant Trees

RHS Award of Garden Merit

Our unique tall 9cm pots is a smart strategy for cultivating trees with strong and deep root systems. This practice can lead to healthier and more resilient trees that are better prepared for transplantation and long-term growth in your UK garden.

Promoting Deep Root Development with Tall 9cm Pots:

1. Enhanced Root Growth: Using tall pots, such as 9cm pots, encourages trees to develop a deeper and more extensive root system. The added height of the pot allows the tree’s roots to grow downward, seeking nutrients and water in the lower soil layers.

2. Reduced Root Circling: Traditional, shallower pots can sometimes lead to root circling, where the roots grow in a circular pattern around the pot’s base. This can restrict the tree’s ability to access essential resources. Tall pots mitigate this issue, as roots are less likely to encounter physical barriers that encourage circling.

3. Improved Stability: The additional depth provided by tall pots offers improved stability for young trees. It allows for better anchoring and support, which is particularly important during periods of strong winds or inclement weather.

4. Better Soil Temperature Regulation: Tall pots offer improved insulation for the root system. This can help maintain more stable soil temperatures, protecting the roots from extreme heat or cold. This is crucial for healthy root development, especially in the unpredictable UK climate.

5. Reduced Transplant Shock: When it’s time to transplant a tree from a tall pot into the ground, the deeper root system developed in the tall pot can reduce transplant shock. The tree is better equipped to establish itself in its new environment.

6. Versatility: Tall pots are versatile and can accommodate a wide range of tree species. They are particularly useful for growing trees that have a taproot, which naturally grows deeper.

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.

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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.

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Delivery charges will be based on the highest applicable rate from our rate table, determined by the items in your order.
Alternatively, we offer the option to collect your items in person by prior arrangement.
These prices are based on delivery to UK Mainland. Delivery to Highlands & Islands will be more.
Delivery Class Delivery Cost
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £0.95 (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 (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)This item
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) £4.49 (Flat)This item
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Pallet Courier £90.00 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £28.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) £24.95 (Flat)
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier£90.00 (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

You can view our Plant Healthy report here.

We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.

Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.