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1/2 Standard Cryptomeria Stem 80cm 18 Litre.

1/2 Standard Cryptomeria Stem 80cm 18 Litre.

£84.95
1/2 standard Cryptomeria Japonica Globosa Nana by Charellagardens 700/80cm stem.
1/2 standard Cryptomeria Japonica Globosa Nana by Charellagardens 700/80cm stem.
2 In stock
Quick Overview

Standard Cryptomeria plants, with a stem size of approximately 80cm ideal planting in pots or planted as centre piece to create a focal point. Also known as Japanese Red Cedar.

Plant Size (cm)
Plant Size (cm)
121cm - 140cm
Pot Size - Litre
Pot Size - Litre
18 Litre
Anticipated Height
Anticipated Height
2m
Toleration
Toleration
-10
Growth Speed
Growth Speed
Medium
Evergreen?
Evergreen?
Yes
2 In stock
Qty

1/2 Standard Cryptomeria Japonica Globosa Nana 18 Litre pot.  Cryptomeria Japonica also known as the Japanese Red Cedar. An extremely decorative variety forming a dense dome of dark green foliage, new growth is mid green darkening with maturity shades of pale blue can be present during the winter, these plants are fully hardy for the whole of the uk including the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. They make a good alternative to the more established topiary plants. Cryptomeria Japonica is a slow growing dwarf variety of conifer that requires very little maintenance apart from the usual of feeding during the growing season and ensuring it is watered, especially during the growing season. These are lovely large plants standing at approximately 160cm inclusive of pot

What to expect; Your plants will arrive in an 18 litre pot with a height excluding pot of approximately 120cm, clear stem is approximately 80cm.

 

 

Generally a trouble free low maintenance plant.

Planting Position: Best planted in moist well drained soil in a sheltered spot away from strong wind.

Soil: It will happily sit in most soil types, clay should be avoided where possible.

Pruning is not necessary but if required should be done at the end of the growing season.

Feed with a general liquid fertiliser or add a slow release granules such as Osmocote to the compost when planting.

Cryptomeria trees (Cryptomeria japonica) are also known as Japanese cedars and are closely related to bald cypress and redwood trees. In cold winter temperatures, the dark green needles will blush to purplish bronze. Beautiful as a singular specimen or planted in pots for a topiary effect. In the UK it is quickly becoming an alternative to less hardy topiary plants