Atlas Cedar (Noun)
Meaning
Tall Algerian evergreen of Atlas mountains with blue-green leaves; widely planted as an ornamental.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The beautiful landscape featured several tall Atlas cedar trees planted alongside a meandering path.
- Their villa's design took into consideration the native plants, especially the majestic Atlas cedar, native to their country's mountain range.
- While selecting a shade tree, landscape architects recommend choosing either an Atlas cedar or the Monterey cypress due to their beauty.
- Those gorgeous blue-green needles really complemented the front porch; her gardener knew he'd planted an Atlas cedar wisely.
- Located atop the ridge was the biggest Atlas cedar for miles, looking grand despite winter weather and difficult mountain soil conditions.