Buy Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'

Also Known As

Cryptomeria japonica 'Lobbii Nana'
Dwarf Japanese Cedar
Globosa Nana Japanese Cedar
Lobbii Nana Dwarf Japanese Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-7b

24-30 inch | $226

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Fewer than 15 at Bloom River Gardens

36 inch | $296

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana' plant details

Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue, gold and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, gold and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful green foliage with a unique texture. Photo shows bronze winter highlights.

By: Bloom River Gardens

The dense somewhat arching branchlets of this slow-growing dwarf conifer form a perfect globe-shaped shrub, eventually 4-8' tall. Sun/Med

By: Forestfarm

A plant of muddled nomenclature the name 'Lobbii Nana' which is in general use is considered invalid by Welch, apparently there is more than one compacta nana or whatever circulating, ours forms a medium sized ball with pincushion new growth.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

This small growing globular shrub in an ideal addition to the conifer garden. This could be a conifer substitute for Boxwood. Plants grow slowly into a 3 feet x 3 feet flattened globe, with excellent green color throughout the year. Surprisingly Globosa is smaller growing than Globosa Nana, the later being named first and taking the diminutive.

By: Fantastic Plants

This conifer is broad and conical in shape. It has the appearance of being lumpy. The branches are dense and the needles are short and thick, being uneven in length. This plant is yellow-green, but turns blue-green in winter.