Why Buy Our Volume Trees?
- Our volume trees are plug plants which can be planted all year round. No rush to plant as roots are not exposed.
- Grown in Scotland which makes the plants much hardier (used to bad weather)
- Very easy to plant, little cultivation required and very high success rate.
- Our trees are covered by a FREE TREE WARRANTY. (first 15% not covered)
- Plants do not "check" when planted so rapid early growth.
- Root plug contains both naturally occurring mycorrhizae and fertilzer.
- Growing containers eliminate root spiralling.
- FREE DELIVERY (UK Mainland only)
Large Order Discount
Orders over £1000 may have further discounts added by contacting us or calling 0800 043 1057
Deodar Cedar, Cedrus Deodara Aka Cedrus Deodara, Deodar Cedar, Himalayan Cedar and Deodar
A large evergreen single-stem Cedar growing up to 50m with the rare ones going to 60m and are a popular choice for parks and large ornamental spaces. UK conditions may keep the tree to around 30m. Growth can be 30-90cm per year. with a life span of up to 1000 years. Apart from the grand statement generated through the size, the drooping branches make it stand out.
The needles are bright green to a green/blue colour and although evergreen Deodar Cedar will drop needles throughout the year to make way for new ones in Spring.
Female cones are up to 13cm long and 9cm wide and fall apart around a year later to release winged seeds. The male cones are a little less industrious aka lazy and are up to 6cm long and shed pollen in Autumn.
It is not considered toxic to people, pets or livestock.
Planting Deodar Cedar, Cedrus Deodara
Hardy down to around minus 25 degrees centigrade and best results when planted in a sunny sheltered spot with slightly acidic and well-draining soil. Once established Deodar Cedar are somewhat drought resistant but this will take at least a few seasons after planting. Keep away from areas with long term boggy conditions.
Maintaining Deodar Cedar, Cedrus Deodara
Generally a maintenance-free tree so no need for oil changes. No need to prune but remove dead, diseased or crossing-over branches (a source of disease as it damages the bark).
Other Information On Deodar Cedar, Cedrus Deodara
Commonly found at altitudes of 1,500 - 3,000 m
Native to the Himalayas and the name means Wood Of The Gods.
As with most Cedar, the wood has excellent properties for building but not for projects such as chair making, The timber is rot-resistant with a close grain and good for polishing.
Incense is made from softwood and essential oils distilled from it can be used as an insect repellant. It also has anti-fungal properties.
Rooms made from Cedrus Deodara naturally repel insects so make for good food storage areas.
The national tree of Pakistan.
Delivery
Due to courier unpredictability, we advise having your trees delivered AT LEAST 3 days before you actually need them.
Returning Cell Grown Trees
For Phytosanitary reasons, cell grown trees cannot be returned to the nursery.
Delaying Planting Cell Grown Trees
If you cannot plant straight away, take the trees out of the packaging and stand upright next to each other in a sheltered location outside. November to March, no need to water unless they start to dry out and these would be ok for up to 6 weeks. During Spring and Summer, you can do this for up to 3 weeks.
Site Conditions And Evergreen Tree List
Our tree chart details which site conditions suit which trees and also which are evergreen or semi-evergreen.
Feeding Or Fertilizing Hedges
This is a task that can easily be over done. Any nitrogen based fertilizer will do such as 20:20:10 but the longer lasting ones which take 18/24 months are better as they are regulated by the weather and moisture therefore release slowly.
Woodburning Chart
If you are one of those lucky people that lead an eco lifestyle (VERY jealous if you are) and want to buy trees to burn, then maybe our wood burning chart (excel spread sheet) will help you decide. Ash, Eucalyptus Gunnii and Willow are worth looking at for their growth rates and calorific values.
Planting Tool
If you are looking to plant lots of plug plant or cell grown trees (the 10-40cm-ish) size range then maybe you should consider our tree planting tool. Tree planting rates of over 700 per day achievable.
Adding A Bit Of Colour And Attract Wildlife
Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) is very attractive, fragrant and attracts more wildlife to your garden. A bit on the vigorous side but worth the effort. A great addition to your project.
Tree Spacing
Broadleaf wood planting would be around 3m between each tree. Christmas tree planting for a commercial crop is around 1m.
Factors Detrimental To Cell Grown Trees
Too much/little water, animal Urine, excessive wind exposure (will slow growth), salt spray, frost on new growth, herbicide drift and over application of fertilizer.
UK Grown Volume Trees
All our volume trees are UK grown and as far as we know because we have never caught one booking a holiday overseas.
