Cunninghamia lanceolata 'Samurai'

Also Known As

Samurai Chinafir

Plant type

conifer

size

H: 40'
W: 10'

planting zones

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Cunninghamia lanceolata 'Samurai' plant details

Cunninghamia lanceolata 'Samurai' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer with blue foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 Cunninghamia lanceolata 'Samurai'

Plant type: conifer
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 40 FT tall
Uses: container plant, pyramidal, textural, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cunninghamia lanceolata 'Samurai'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

All China firs have fabulous texture and are fast growers. The blue forms are particularly nice, and this is a very good selection of a blue form. Grows as fast as 4' a year with plenty of water, although after established, it will be drought tolerant as well.