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Dwarf Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'
Pronunciation: krip-toh-MER-ee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh glo-BOH-suh NAN-uh
SKU #03143
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, slightly wider; 4 to 8 ft. tall with age.
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| Description | A superb selection that retains a natural, dense, dome shape with little care. The finely textured foliage breaks up the bold effects of large leaved plants. Foliage becomes rusty red in winter. Enjoy as a single specimen or group as a filler. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Abelia (Abelia); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Loropetalum (Loropetalum) |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
Details
| Description | A superb selection that retains a natural, dense, dome shape with little care. The finely textured foliage breaks up the bold effects of large leaved plants. Foliage becomes rusty red in winter. Enjoy as a single specimen or group as a filler. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Abelia (Abelia); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Loropetalum (Loropetalum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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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Frequently asked questions
Does Dwarf Japanese Cedar produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Dwarf Japanese Cedar evergreen or deciduous?
Dwarf Japanese Cedar is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Dwarf Japanese Cedar?
Dwarf Japanese Cedar is Easy Care, Compact Form.
Is Dwarf Japanese Cedar resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Dwarf Japanese Cedar grow?
Dwarf Japanese Cedar has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Dwarf Japanese Cedar in my landscape?
Dwarf Japanese Cedar is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color is the foliage of Dwarf Japanese Cedar?
Dwarf Japanese Cedar has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Dwarf Japanese Cedar?
Good companion plants for Dwarf Japanese Cedar include: Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Abelia (Abelia); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Loropetalum (Loropetalum).
How do I care for Dwarf Japanese Cedar?
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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.