Glauca Pendula Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar

About this plant

Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar, is a striking conifer prized for its cascading, pendulous branches draped in silvery-blue needles. Originating from the Atlas Mountains of North Africa, this cultivar stands out for its unique weeping form, which adds dramatic architectural interest to landscapes and gardens. The foliage’s steel-blue hue remains vibrant year-round, providing a cool-toned focal point that contrasts beautifully with surrounding greenery. This slow-growing evergreen can be trained as a specimen tree or allowed to sprawl naturally, often developing a broad, layered canopy that creates an elegant, sculptural effect. The Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar is valued not only for its ornamental beauty but also for its hardiness and adaptability to various soil types and climates, making it a favorite among landscape professionals and hortic

Plant details

Mature height

10 ft.

Mature width

12 ft.

Growth rate

Slow

USDA zones

6-9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Water needs

Moderate

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

Spacing

8 ft.

Bloom season

Non-Flowering