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    Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama'

    Plant type

    tree, conifer

    size

    • H: 12'-18'
    • W: 6'-10'

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama' plant details

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama'

    Plant type: conifer tree
    Plant family: cupressaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 12 FT - 18 FT - tall
    Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A seedling selection from Kiyoto, Japan stays green throughout winter and is hardier than many other Cryptomerias. Fast growing, matures into a dense, narrow upright.

    By: Bloom River Gardens

    Gardening facts about Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama' plant

    How to Grow Cryptomeria japonica 'Kitayama'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-20'

    Width: 6'

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    • regular - occasional
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    Cryptomeria japonica 'Dacrydioides'

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 10'-20'

    Width: 4'-10'

    • sun
    • even moisture - regular
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    Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata'

    aka Crested Japanese Cedar, Fasciated Japanese Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub, Conifer

    Zones

    6b-11

    Size

    Height: 10'-30'

    Width: 5'-12'

    • sun - shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
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    Cryptomeria japonica 'Elegans Aurea'

    aka Japanese Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 10'-12'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - occasional
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    Cryptomeria japonica 'Elegans'

    aka Plume Cedar, Plumose Japanese Cedar

    Plant Type

    Tree, Conifer

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 10'-30'

    Width: 5'-10'

    • sun
    • even moisture
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