The cultivar, 'Snowsprite'
is a graceful dwarf cedar has a roundish shape and long, stiff, white
new growth with barrel-shaped cones. It enjoys cooler climates and
full sun. C. deodara is a popular specimen evergreen tree, reaching
40-70' tall, under cultivation. It is a very graceful tree with pendulous
branches, widespreading with a flat topped crown in maturity. Foliage
is blue to grayish green, almost silvery at times. Flowers are inconspicuous,
cones are in singles or pairs, 3-4" long, reddish brown in maturity.
Prefers sunny and well drained location. Can be subject to canker
and weevil. Native from Afghanistan. Various cultivars are available.