Cedars

Cedrus species are in plants (mostly trees) that are in the Cedrus family. They are native to a wide variety of places throughout the Northern Hemisphere. The fragrant insect repellent wood makes some of these trees important for timber. Cedars have needle like foliage & dry unarmed cones. Most Cedars will grow in high desert regions. They are tolerant of drought, heat, cold, & poor soil. Cedar trees are picturesque, most are slow growing.