Cedrus deodara 'Silver Mist' is a striking cultivar of the Himalayan cedar featuring needle-like, silvery-white foliage that creates a shimmering effect in the landscape. This evergreen conifer offers year-round interest with its graceful, arching branches that form a dense mound as it matures. Ideal for use as a specimen tree, in rock gardens, or as part of mixed borders, ‘Silver Mist’ adds elegance and texture. It thrives in well-drained soils and is highly resistant to deer, making it an excellent choice for diverse garden settings.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 6–8 ft x 4–6 ft
- Habit: Broadly pyramidal or rounded
- Bloom/interest: Silvery-white evergreen foliage
- Hardiness zone: 7–9
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: Displays moderate tolerance when established
