Profile
Japanese Red Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica
Evergreen Tree
Height |
50 - 60 (feet) |
|---|---|
Spread |
20 - 30 (feet) |
Distinctions |
Pyramidal form; wide spreading, graceful branches; bright green to bluish-green foliage, bronzy in winter; noted for its reddish bark, which peels off in long strips; cones small .5"-1" long; moist, well-drained, acidic soil; full sun, will tolerate light shade. |
Limitations |
Requires shelter from strong winds and abundant moisture. |
Hardiness |
SE (Zone 5) |
Origin |
Japan and China. |
Cultivars |
Numerous, but local availability uncertain. |
