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Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis

Also Known As

  • Cryptomeria japonica 'Sinensis'
  • Japanese Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 40'-150'
  • W: 15'-40'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis plant details

Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 150 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The branches on this naturally occurring variety are more slender and pendulous, the needles longer and thinner, the habit more open. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis plant

How to Grow Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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