Cedrus ‘Feeling Blue’ (Groundcover Weeping Blue Cedar)
€155.00
Description
Quick Facts
- Botanical name: Cedrus ‘Feeling Blue’
- Common name: Weeping Blue Cedar
- Plant type: Evergreen conifer
- Foliage: Silvery-blue needles
- Habit: Low, spreading, cascading (ground-hugging)
- Position: Full sun (best colour)
- Soil: Moist but free-draining; avoid waterlogged ground
- Hardiness: Fully hardy in Ireland (best in a sheltered, free-draining position)
- Ultimate size: Low and wide (varies by site and training)
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Best for: Groundcover, banks/slopes, wall edges, gravel gardens, architectural planting, large containers
If you love the look of a Blue Atlas Cedar but want something more compact and easy to place, Cedrus ‘Feeling Blue’ is a brilliant choice. It forms a low, flowing mound of silvery-blue foliage that spills beautifully over edges and slopes — the kind of plant that instantly adds texture, movement, and that “designer” feel to a garden.
It’s especially effective in gravel planting, modern borders, or as a statement groundcover where you want year-round colour without height.
Why you’ll love it
- Intense blue foliage that holds its colour year-round
- Naturally low and cascading — perfect for softening edges
- Excellent for banks and slopes (where it can drape and flow)
- A strong architectural plant that’s still easy to live with
Best position
Plant in full sun for the best blue colour and tightest growth. A sheltered spot helps it establish quickly and keeps foliage looking its best.
Soil & planting tips
Free-draining soil is key. If your ground is heavy, improve drainage with grit and organic matter and avoid areas that sit wet in winter.
Care notes
Water well in the first year. After that it’s relatively low maintenance. Pruning is rarely needed — you can simply trim lightly to shape if required.
Caragh Garden Notebook
Let it spill. Plant it at the top of a small bank, beside steps, or at the edge of a raised bed so the blue foliage can cascade naturally. Pair with soft greys and whites (lavender, artemisia, white tulips) for a really calm, contemporary palette.
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