RedCrocus 'Dragon Prince' Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica | Blue-Green Foliage, Garden Tree, Hedges, Landscape Accent - 3-5 ft 3 Gallon

Name: RedCrocus 'Dragon Prince' Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica | Blue-Green Foliage, Garden Tree, Hedges, Landscape Accent - 3-5 ft 3 Gallon
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nte9989-redcrocus
Price: 209.60 USD
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Dragon Prince' Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica 'Dragon Prince'

Description

This elegant conifer features vibrant, bluish-green foliage with a graceful, upright growth habit. Its dense, fine-textured needles create a stunning visual impact in both garden beds and landscape setups. An ideal choice for adding year-round interest and structure.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for specimen planting, hedges, or as part of a mixed border. Its striking appearance makes it suitable for container gardening on patios and terraces, and it can be used in Japanese or modern landscape designs to create focal points.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Dragon Prince' Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica 'Dragon Prince'
Common Name: Dragon Prince' Japanese Cedar
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-5 ft tall with a spreading habit, growing 6-12 inches annually.
Hardiness Zones: 5-8
Foliage Type: Deciduous, fine-textured needles with a bluish-green hue
Bloom Time: Not flowering, primarily valued for foliage
Growth Rate: Moderate, approximately 6-12 inches per year
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Attracts Pollinators: Yes
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Japanese maple, azaleas, hostas

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space plants 3-4 ft apart to allow growth.
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, but not soggy.
Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil preferred.
Humidity: Average humidity levels suitable.
Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches in early spring.
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; site in sheltered spot if in colder zones.
Planting Depth: Plant so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
Fertilization: Apply a slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring.
Special Care: Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.