Wofford Arboretum Central Campus

Tree Details Hardiness zone: 7 – 8 Height: around 50 Spread: around 30 Habit: Pyramidal Light: Best in sun or partial shade Soil: Well-drained, somewhat dry, moderately fertile soil Flowers: Cones: male – finger shaped cones very densely set, more numerous on lower portion of tree; female – stout, erect cones initially purple in color and found in upper portion of tree Fruit: seeds in 4 long upright cones found on upper side of branches, green while developing, finally brown Landscape use: Excellent specimen evergreen because of graceful and pendulous habit; use as specimen tree or screen in large scale areas History: Native range of deodar cedar is the Himalayan Mountains from east Afghanistan to Garwhal; introduced in 1831 Pests\Problems: Pests: borers; Problems: top dieback due to canker and/or cold Significant Features: Rapid growth rate; lower limbs may touch ground; striking bluish-green color captures attention