Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Pinaceae

Genus:

Cedrus

Species:

Cedrus libani

USDA Symbol:

CELI6

Growth Characteristics

Height:

4000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to mountainous regions with limestone substrates

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification. Light is not required but consistent moisture is important.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI