Cedrus Deodara Seeds – Himalayan Cedar

Cedrus Deodara, commonly known as the Himalayan Cedar, is a majestic evergreen tree native to the western Himalayas. These seeds produce graceful, aromatic conifers with soft blue-green needles and drooping branches, making them a popular ornamental and landscape tree. Deodar Cedars are well-suited for large gardens, parks, and as decorative windbreaks.

Features and Specifications:

• Common Name: Himalayan Cedar

• Scientific Name: Cedrus deodara

• Plant Type: Evergreen conifer tree

• Seed Type: Herb Seeds

• Growth Habit: Upright, pyramidal with pendulous branches

• Mature Height: 40–70 feet (can reach up to 150 feet in native regions)

• Maturity Period: 5–10 years to establish full height

• Foliage Color: Blue-green to silvery-green needles

• Growth Season: Spring to early autumn

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–9

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 7–9: February–April or September–October

  • Zones 5–6: Start indoors in late winter (January–March)

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, loamy to sandy soil

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil slightly moist during germination

• Germination Time: 20–40 days under optimal conditions

• Uses: Ornamental landscaping, shade tree, and windbreak planting