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Cedrus libani
Cedar of Lebanon
The Cedrus libani, or Cedar of Lebanon, is an iconic, slow-growing evergreen conifer native to the eastern Mediterranean, prized for its majestic form and historical significance. Growing up to 25 to 40 metres tall, it develops a wide, spreading canopy with layered, horizontal branches and dense, dark green needle-like foliage. Mature trees often exhibit a flat-topped crown, adding to their architectural beauty.
This hardy and long-lived tree is ideal for large gardens, parks, and formal landscapes, providing shade, structure, and a timeless presence.
Specifications
- Height25 to 40 metres
- Width10 to 20 metres
- Native toEastern Mediterranean, including Lebanon, Turkey, and Syria
- FoliageDense, dark green needles arranged in clusters; evergreen
- Growth rateSlow
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, loamy, or rocky soils; tolerates alkaline conditions
- LightFull sun
- WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate and Mediterranean regions
Additional Features
- FormBroad, flat-topped crown with layered, horizontal branching in maturity
- UsesIdeal as a feature tree, shade provider, or in formal landscapes and large gardens
- SpacingPlant 10 to 15 metres apart for individual growth or grouped plantings
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; remove deadwood to maintain structure
- Pest ResistanceNaturally resistant to most pests with proper care
- LongevityExtremely long-lived, with some specimens surviving for thousands of years
- Cultural SignificanceRevered in ancient cultures; featured in religious texts and national emblems
- Environmental BenefitsProvides habitat for wildlife, stabilises soil, and sequesters carbon
The Cedar of Lebanon is a symbol of strength and permanence, perfect for adding grandeur and historical depth to large-scale landscapes and formal gardens.
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Prepared 24 August 2026