Cryptomeria japonica 'Ryoku Gyoku'

Also Known As

Cryptomeria 'Ryoku Gyoku'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Ryokogu Coyokyu'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Ryoku Gyoku Ryu'
Ryokogu Coyokyu Dwarf Japanese Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Ryoku Gyoku' plant details

Cryptomeria japonica 'Ryoku Gyoku' is an evergreen conifer shrub with bronze and green foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional 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 'Ryoku Gyoku'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Ryoku Gyoku'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf Japanese Cedar shows off its tight bun of short dark green needles in clustered layers, slow growing to 2’ tall & wide in 10 years. Bronze hues add winter interest. Happiest with protection from hot afternoon sun in decently drained soil with moderate moisture. Will never outgrow a pretty pot, at home in a trough or as a bonsai. Bring it forward in the landscape to enjoy it!

By: Secret Garden Growers

A flat-topped miniature mound. Green leaves pick up bronze highlights in winter.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Zones 5-9. Tiny Japanese Cedar with very small needles in clustered layers. Makes a charming mini Bonsai, trough plant or let grow naturally to a small mound of medium green. Very slow growth. Easy to trim and shape as a tiny tree. In container will be about 6-10" at 10 years. Larger in the landscape. Prefers a cool site, moderate water, well drained soil. Protect from overhead sun in hot summer areas. Will turn an attractive reddish color in colder winters. Ryoko gyoku translates as Green Ball. Discovered in Oregon by Ed Woods. Shipping size 3-5".