Scientific Name Cryptomeria japonica Common Name Japanese cryptomeria; Japanese cedar	Trees Plant Fact Sheets Consumer Hort

	Hardiness Zones: 5-9
	Habit: Evergeen
	Growth Rate: Moderate
	Site Requirements: Sun to light, high shade; rich deep, well drained soil but will thrive in a range of soil types
	Texture:Fine to medium
	Form: Pyramidal; semiformal
	Height: 50 to 60'
	Width:25 to 30'
	Leaf: Awl shaped, bright to blue-green foliage; smooth to the touch; bronze tones in winter, especially if exposed to wind
	Flower/Fruit: Small terminal cones
	Comments: Easy to grow; good screening tree; low growing cultivars available
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