Variegated Incense Cedar

 Calocedrus decurrens ‘Aureovariegata’

Calocedrus decurrens ‘Aureovariegata’ is a large tree with orange-brown to grayish bark, smooth at first, becoming fissured and exfoliating in long strips on the lower trunk on old trees. The leaves are similar to thujas and cypresses. The basic colour is dark green and this variety has some leaves entirely rich yellow. After transplanting and the first winter mainly the yellow leaves may turn brown and even fall off which is just a temporary discomfort before it establishes.  Tolerates any well-drained soil and full sun areas. Fully hardy to -24°C, can withstand temporary drop to -29°C.