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Buy Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw'

Also Known As

  • Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryow'
  • Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryu'
  • Kokuryaw Dwarf Japanese Cedar
  • Kokuryu Japanese Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

12-15 inch - 3 gallon | $96

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw' plant details

Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue, green and purple foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and purple
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
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

Slow growing form of Japanese cedar that forms a shrub reaching 18 inches high x 24 inches wide in 10 years. With a texture similar to 'Tansu' the nice green foliage has purple overtones in winter. Originated in Japan and came to this country in 1974 by way of Wansdyke Nurseries, Devizes, Wilts, U.K.
DWARF. A dwarf form of Japanese Cedar. All foliage is a net-like and juvenile. Leaves green with a little purple in winter. Like 'Tansu' but squatter. Grows about 4 inches a year. First imported from Japan in 1974 by Wansdyke Nurseries, Devizes, Wilts, U.K.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw' plant

How to Grow Cryptomeria japonica 'Kokuryaw'

  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
    • purple
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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