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Also Known As

  • Tsai cheng Japanese Umbrella Pine

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Sciadopitys verticillata 'Tsai cheng' plant details

Sciadopitys verticillata 'Tsai cheng' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sciadopitys verticillata 'Tsai cheng'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: sciadopityaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sciadopitys verticillata 'Tsai cheng'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tsai Cheng is a dwarf with oval-shaped form, incredibly tight-branching, and glossy green, flattened needles.

Gardening facts about Sciadopitys verticillata 'Tsai cheng' plant

How to Grow Sciadopitys verticillata 'Tsai cheng'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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