Aureovariegata incense cedar
Calocedrus decurrens 'Aureovariegata'
RHS AGM 2012
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Aureovariegata' incense cedar (Calocedrus decurrens 'Aureovariegata') is a tree for borders, specimens, accents, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, loamy soil. It is evergreen and grows at a moderate rate with an erect shape. It also tolerates drought once settled in.
Pairs well with Paper birch, Autumn fern, and Switchgrass.