How to grow Cedrus Libani

Cedrus libani

Surprisingly vigorous

Growing Cedrus libani from seed

Germinate fresh seed, released naturally from two year old cones

Transplanting Cedrus libani

Tall and spreading

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Cedrus libani is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Cedrus libani

Seeds are released naturally from two year old cones by the cone flaking apart on the tree.

Seed Saving Cedrus libani

Fresh seeds germinate best

How long does Cedrus libani take to grow?

These estimates for how long Cedrus libani takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

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Cedrus libani Folklore & Trivia

Timber is insect repellent
Remember the general rule for cedar recognition is ’Lebanon=layers,(a mature tree has level layers to the shape) Atlantic=ascending,(the branches of a mature trees are upright and the tree is broadly cylindrical) Deodar=drooping.(the ends of the branches are soft and bend downwards) This is a general rule and of course there are exceptions

Other names for Cedrus libani

Cedar of Lebanon

Cedrus libani A. Rich. [excluded]

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