Conifer Database - Karl Fuchs

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Cedrus deodara ‘Karl Fuchs’

Cedrus deodara 'Karl Fuchs' is a large growing, robust selection of Himalayan cedar with remarkable attractive silvery-Blue foliage on layered branching with nodding tips. After 10 years of growth, a mature specimen will measure 10 feet (3 m) tall and 6 feet (2 m) wide, an annual growth rate of 6 to 8 inches (15 - 20 cm).

This cultivar originated as a seedling selection made in the mid 1970s by Güsnther Horstmann nursery, Schneverdingen, Germany. It is among group of seedlings selected from seed sourced from Paktia provence, Afghanistan. These plants are known for exceptional hardiness and resistance to storm damage. Karl Fuchs is the name of the name of the collector/explorer.




Cedrus deodara

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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Blue Gray
GROWTH SHAPE:Broad Upright or Oval
GROWTH SIZE:Intermediate: 6 to 12 inches (15 – 30 cm) per year / 5 to 10 feet (1.5 – 3 m) after 10 years
ORIGIN:Seedling Selection


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