Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai'

Also Known As

Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai Sugi'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai-sugi'
Jindai Sugi Japanese Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: compact, conical, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Foliage of this beautiful green, compactly-conical shrub becomes clumpy when thinned?ideal for bonsai miniature forests. S/M

By: Forestfarm

'Jindai Sugi' has a compact, irregular pyramidal habit, which is densely branched, while appearing somewhat shaggy. This shaggy texture can make an interesting contrast to more tight and formal plants in the landscape. The light green foliage is retained throughout the year, with the exception of some winter bronze.

By: Garden World

Zones: 6-10. LiveScale©Choice-Intermediate. Classic Japanese cedar needle foliage on small tree. Beautiful light green foliage stays green all year ‘round. Introduced from Japan about 1932. Excellent for Bonsai, patio containers, landscape. Moderate growth to 6-8 feet at 10 years or trim to desired height. This is a good value as trees are near ready for Pre-Bonsai work. Shipping size: 8-12 inches.

By: Mini Forest By Sky

The branches on this compact, conical bush are erect & spreading. The short, stiff leaves are light green. The trunk thickens rapidly with a good taper. ‘Jindai Sugi’ can be used either in a group plantings or as a formal upright. 6-9' with great age! Flowers are insignificant but the 1" cones are nice!

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

A conical shrub with spreading, ascending, branches that nod at the tips. The plant is a light green color that does not bronze in winter. It grows 2-4" a year, eventually reaching about 8'. This variety is purported to be hardier than many of the Cryptomeria.