Cedrus atlantica 'Fastigiata', commonly known as Columnar Atlas Cedar, is a striking evergreen conifer prized for its narrow upright growth habit, making it ideal for smaller gardens and formal landscapes. It features dense, rich blue-green needles that offer year-round interest with a bold architectural presence. This cultivar develops a symmetrical columnar shape, perfect for accent planting, framing, or creating vertical elements in a design.
- Light: Full sun
- Water need: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 30–40 ft tall, 10–12 ft wide
- Habit: Columnar, upright
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen; bright needles
- Hardiness zone: 6–9
- Soil tolerance: Prefers acidic to neutral soil; dislikes wet soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: High once established
