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California Native Plant

Calocedrus decurrens

Incense Cedar

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Normans/Sortomme

 

Description

The cedar is an attractive, stiff, narrow evergreen tree which has a columnar growing pattern and maintains a central leader. The foliage is comprised of scale needles, while the coarse bark has an attractive cinnamon red-brown coloring. The cedar typically retains its color in winter. It serves as an effective screening. It will slowly grow to 30' tall and 15' wide. Small brown cones appear in summer. Foliage is aromatic when brushed. It has low watering needs once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Wetlands, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.