CATTON ARBORETUM

Calocedrus decurrens

Common name: Incense Cedar

Year planted: 2024

Country of origin: Western North America

Year introduced: 1850s by Scottish botanist John Fremont

Description: With fragrant decay resistant wood it was historically used for shingles and fence posts. It is an evergreen of columnar habit with rich glossy green foliage. It enjoys a moist well drained soil and full pH range. It tolerates high exposure and is fully hardy (H7)

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Tree number: 6
Calocedrus decurrens (Incense Cedar)