Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata'

Also Known As

Crested Japanese Cedar
Fasciated Japanese Cedar

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 10'-30'
W: 5'-12'

planting zones

6b-11

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata' plant details

Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: columnar, container plant, narrow form, pyramidal, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata'

USDA Zones: 6b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Curious cockscomb-like, crested shoots of bright-green (sometimes as large as a hand), decorate many of the short, upturned branches of this small eye-catching (to 10' eventually) conifer. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

A fairly slender, pyramidal plant with dark green foliage and clumpy, congested areas of cristate growth (cockscombs) scattered throughout the branches.

By: Conifer Kingdom

Distinct flat cockscomb tips. Will mature at about 20 feet. These large plants have been pruned to form trunks.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This crested form of the Japanese Cedar has cockscomb growth that is intriguing and useful in floral design and holiday wreaths, or just as geometric interest for your garden. 25' T x 12' W; evergreen. Minimum temperature: -10°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Crested columnar cryptomeria/tall narrow evergreen

By: Jockey Hill Nursery

Odd, congested growth on the tips of some branches. Resembles coxcombs. Columnar form. Zones 6-9.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Of the many conifers that have been selected for fasciations (web-footed contortions) this is one that is very interesting, vigorous, and exceptional as a specimen or a container plant. Since it is a Cryptomeria, it also is happy with most any cultural condition.

By: Specialty Ornamentals

This variety is a fast-growing, narrow, conical, upright tree that will reach a mature height of 30'. The ascending branches are stiff and compact with wide, fasciated, cockscomb like tips that lend a highly decorative appearance. Great landscape tree.