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Incense Cedar
Calocedrus decurrens
Incense Cedar
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Evergreen tree with broadly conical scale-like dark green This evergreen tree boasts broad, conical clusters of dark green scale-like leaves, arranged in flat, vertical sprays. Its distinctive flattened cones resemble a duck's bill. Once it takes root, this tree displays good drought tolerance.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Adds winter interest.
Quick answers
How big does Incense Cedar get?
About 50'+ tall and 20' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Incense Cedar need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Incense Cedar need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Incense Cedar grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Incense Cedar in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Incense Cedar wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.