Cryptomeria japonica
JAPANESE CEDAR
Cupressaceae-Taxodiaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree or conifer

Hardiness zones: 7-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
30m
Plant habit
 
12m

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Origins: Japan

Other Botanical Names: Cupressus japonica

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Cryptomeria japonica
JAPANESE CEDAR
Cupressaceae-Taxodiaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree or conifer

Hardiness zones: 7-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: heavy frost
30m
Plant habit
 
12m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Leaves: turning red-purple in winter


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean, oriental & formal designs

Uses: formal screen, large planter, shade tree

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: deer resistant






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