Black Dragon Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica 'Black Dragon'
Pronunciation: krip-toh-MER-ee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #03535
| Description | Light green spring growth matures to deep black-green in summer and forms a dense, irregular pyramid. An interesting evergreen specimen suitable for a wide range of landscape styles including Asian and formal English gardens. Works well as a small, highly textural tree in smaller spaces and large container plantings. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Mature Size | Slowly reaches 6 to 7 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide; ultimately 10 ft. tall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Attractive Bark, Easy Care |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Abelia (Abelia); Loropetalum (Loropetalum) |
| Care | Provide fertile, slightly acidic, well-draining soil, rich in organic matter. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply an acid fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 9
Good to grow!
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This plant may be available in these stores:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
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Cambria Nursery & Florist 2801 Eton Road
Cambria, CA 93428 -
Bay Laurel Garden Center 2500 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422 -
Lowe's 2445 Golden Hill Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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