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RedCrocus Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino' Japanese Cedar- Evergreen Conifer for Garden & Container | Attractive, Slow to Moderate Growth for Home & Landscape 6/7' h B&B

RedCrocus Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino' Japanese Cedar- Evergreen Conifer for Garden & Container | Attractive, Slow to Moderate Growth for Home & Landscape 6/7' h B&B

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SKU:nte0960-redcrocus

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Yoshino's Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino'

Description

This cultivar features soft, feathery foliage with a graceful, conical growth habit. Its lush green needles provide year-round interest and contribute to a tranquil garden atmosphere.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for hedges, screens, and specimen plantings in woodland or formal gardens. Its elegant form enhances landscape harmony and privacy.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino'
  • Common Name: Yoshino's Japanese Cedar
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows up to 20-30 ft tall with a spread of 8-12 ft, slow to moderate growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen needles
  • Bloom Time: Cones develop in late summer to fall; not typically showy
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes, cones attract birds and pollinators
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Limited toxicity; keep away from pets if sensitive
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other conifers, broadleaf evergreens, and shade trees

Care Tips

  • Plant in well-drained, acidic to neutral soil with full sun to partial shade.
  • Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Preferably grow in sandy loam or well-draining garden soil.
  • Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Prune to maintain shape after new growth appears in spring.
  • Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow in colder zones.
  • Plant with the root collar level with the soil surface.
  • Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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