Conifer Database - Hedgehog

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Cedrus libani ‘Hedgehog’

Cedrus libani 'Hedgehog' is a truly choice, attractive, dwarf selection of Lebanon cedar with layered, horizontally spreading branches holding exceptionally long, densely packed, rich dark Blue-green needles. After 10 years of growth, a mature specimen will measure 3 feet (1 m) wide and 2 feet (60 cm) tall, an annual growth rate of 3 to 4 inches (7.5 - 10 cm).

Like all members of this species, 'Hedgehog' is well suited to planting in hot sunny situations and is extremely drought tolerant. Conversely, it is known to be prone to fungal issues in parts of the world where heavy summer rainfall, hot nights and high humidity is the norm.

This cultivar originated as seedling selected in 2009 by Cedar Lodge Nursery, New Plymouth, New Zealand.




Cedrus libani

Cedrus libani

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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Blue Gree
GROWTH SHAPE:Spreading
GROWTH SIZE:Dwarf: 1 to 6 inches (2.5 – 15 cm) per year / 1 to 5 feet (0.3 – 1.5 m) after 10 years
ORIGIN:Seedling Selection


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