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Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea'

Also Known As

  • Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmea'
  • Dwarf Japanese Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea' plant details

Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cryptomeria japonica ' Pygmaea ' A miniature form of Japanese Cedar. Plant only grows 1/2 inch a year. Leaves are juvenile compressed foliage that is bright green. Pointed leaves turn slight red in winter. Can be a round ball or cone in shape.
Growth is only 1/2 inch a year! This miniature has very compressed, bright green foliage, with a light bronze cast in winter. Great rock garden selection.
Upright with short, thick, nearly-horizontal branches. Good in rock gardens or container. USDA Zones 5-9

Gardening facts about Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea' plant

How to Grow Cryptomeria japonica 'Pygmaea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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