Golden Wells™ Deodar Cedar Tree

Wells Golden deodar is the trade name used for the golden-needled cultivar *Cedrus deodara* 'Aurea Wells'. It forms a broad cone, often with multiple stems, and its vivid foliage works well as a specimen where it has room to develop. ## Appearance and growing conditions [SiteOne’s exact product profile](https://www.siteone.com/en/90973b-cedrus-deodara-wells-golden-deodar-cedar/p/719066) identifies 'Aurea Wells' as the cultivar name and Wells Golden as the trade name, with a reported range of 15–20 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide. [Trees and Shrubs Online](https://www.treesandshrubsonline.org/articles/cedrus/cedrus-deodara/) recognizes Wells Golden and Aurea Wells as alternative names and describes a broad-conical, usually multi-stemmed tree about 4 × 2.5 m after ten years. [Loen Nursery](https://www.loennursery.com/products/cdr-dd-arw) reports a larger mature range of 40–50 ft by 20–30 ft. These estimates vary by source and age; allow ample clearance and confirm expected size with the grower. The exact-selection profiles describe golden-yellow foliage, an evergreen habit, full sun, and well-drained soil. SiteOne lists moderate moisture, while Loen describes moderate water and drought tolerance after establishment. ## Maintenance Choose a sunny site with drainage and room for a broad canopy. Water regularly while establishing; once established, avoid persistently wet soil. The cultivar’s mature size estimates vary substantially, so verify the expected growth for the plant offered by the nursery.