Plants in genus cryptomeria
Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans' is an evergreen tree with soft, dense blue-green foliage and red-brown bark. It grows in a columnar to pyramidal shape, reaching heights of 30-50 feet and widths of 15-20 feet. This fast-growing tree can add 3-4 feet per year and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to various soil conditions and is resistant to pests, diseases, and deer. The tree is drought-tolerant and suitable for USDA zones 5-9. Its needles may turn bronze in cold temperatures, adding seasonal interest.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Dragon Prince'
With a rounded, compact habit and stiff, light-green foliage, this plant thrives in full sun and is cold hardy to zone 6. It grows to 2-3 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width, preferring moist, rich, acidic soil and annual spring fertilization.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Chapel View'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Chapel View' is an evergreen tree with striking blue-green needle foliage that remains vibrant year-round. It grows to a height of 5-10 feet and a width of 4-8 feet, with a moderate growth rate. This tree is highly resistant to diseases and pests, making it a durable choice for USDA zones 6-9. It prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil, benefiting from annual compost and spring fertilization.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'
This evergreen plant has a rounded and cascading shape with blueish-green coloring that turns copper burgundy in colder months. It features long, rope-like, slightly drooping branches and handsome brown cones in fall. Drought tolerant and deer resistant, it grows to 4-8 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Cryptomeria japonica
Cryptomeria japonica is a dwarf Japanese cedar with a unique, free-spirited form resembling a bean bag chair. It features long, green rope-like foliage and creamy yellow speckled new growth in spring. This evergreen mound is slow-growing, reaching up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide in ten years.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Vilmoriniana'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Vilmoriniana' is a very slow-growing plant with soft green foliage, making it suitable for rock gardens. This plant is ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance, evergreen addition to their garden landscape.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Jindai' is a slow-growing evergreen tree that reaches up to 10 feet tall. Its new growth is dusted with creamy white, adding visual interest to gardens. This tree is native to Japan and is well-suited for sunlit areas, making it a popular choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, ornamental evergreen.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Birodo'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Birodo' is a compact evergreen Japanese cedar that forms a 5-foot tall by 3-foot wide specimen over ten years. Known for its drought tolerance, this plant is ideal for rock gardens and sunlit areas. Its dense foliage and slow growth make it a popular choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, ornamental conifer.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata' is a small tree with unique, cockscomb-like projections on its dark green branches, resembling human brains. It can grow up to 10 feet in ten years and is suitable for sun to part sun locations. This Japanese native is a striking addition to gardens, particularly for those interested in unusual plant forms.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino' is a fast-growing, shade-tolerant evergreen with a tall pyramidal shape. Its foliage changes from blue-green in summer to a bronzy-purple hue in winter, adding seasonal interest. This tree requires minimal pruning and adapts well to various soil types, making it a versatile choice for landscapes.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Knaptonensis'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Knaptonensis' is a dwarf cryptomeria with a tight pyramidal shape. It features white tips on new growth that contrast with the older foliage, creating a striking appearance. This slow-growing plant reaches 48 inches tall and 18 inches wide in ten years, making it suitable for small gardens.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan' is a well-shaped shrub introduced in 1970, known for its white gold branch tips that are brightest in winter. It reaches a height of 10 feet in 10 years, making it a striking addition to gardens. This plant thrives in sun to part sun and is suitable for xeriscaping.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Koshyi'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Koshyi' is a dwarf Japanese selection forming a tight, compact mound up to 15 inches tall and 2 feet wide over ten years. It is perfect for a specimen spot in a rock garden, offering a smaller alternative to similar varieties.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Avids Dragon'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Avids Dragon' is a mutation from 'Black Dragon', characterized by its 8-foot tall scraggly appearance with virtually no side branching. It is a unique addition to gardens, offering a distinct vertical element.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Gracilis'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Gracilis' is a distinctive conifer with a rigidly upright habit, reaching up to 15 feet tall. Its stems resemble small green pencils, creating a tight, compact appearance. Originally imported from Japan to the Netherlands in 1859, this plant grows about 2 feet per year. It is well-suited for sunny locations and can be used in xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Tenzan Yatsabusa'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Tenzan Yatsabusa' is a dwarf Japanese cedar forming a 30-inch tall and 3-foot wide mound in 10 years. It features congested dark green foliage and a windswept form, making it a unique addition to gardens. This plant is more flattened than other Cryptomeria varieties and is ideal for rock gardens and sun to part sun locations.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Mushroom'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Mushroom' is an evergreen shrub with a mounded, rounded form and bright green new growth. It grows to 3-4 feet in height and width, with bronzy purple winter foliage and yellowish pollen.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Little Diamond'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Little Diamond' is a dwarf conifer that grows to about 18 inches tall and 30 inches wide. Known for its easy-to-grow nature and vigorous growth, this compact plant is ideal for small gardens or as a decorative element in larger landscapes. Its dense foliage and manageable size make it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Compressa'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Compressa' is a very slow-growing plant with an upright egg shape and dark green color. Its branches resemble green caterpillars, and it reaches 12 inches tall and wide in ten years, making it a unique addition to gardens.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Ikari'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Ikari' is a Japanese cedar with a unique green braided afro hairdo appearance. It grows up to 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide in ten years, making it a distinctive evergreen addition to gardens. This plant thrives in sun to part sun conditions.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Giokumo'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Giokumo' is an elegant compact evergreen dwarf conifer, reaching 8 feet tall and 5 feet wide in 10 years. It features soft green rope-like foliage and never needs pruning, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. This conifer is ideal for adding structure and year-round interest to landscapes, with its unique form and texture providing a striking focal point.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Nana Albospica'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Nana Albospica' is a dwarf conifer with variegated foliage, reaching 8 feet tall and 5 feet wide. It is known for its bright white new growth and pyramid shape, making it a striking addition to gardens. This plant is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and prefers slightly moist, well-drained soils.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Taisho Tamasugi'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Taisho Tamasugi' is a slow-growing Japanese cedar with an irregularly narrow upright form. Reaching 6 feet in ten years, it features dark green foliage that is tightly congested. This plant is ideal for gardeners seeking a unique evergreen shrub with a distinctive growth habit, adding texture and interest to garden designs.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Spiraliter Falcata'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Spiraliter Falcata' is a very slow-growing Japanese cedar with glossy green branches and narrow tips that resemble spiraled french fries. It forms a 6-foot tall mound by 3 feet wide over ten years, making it a unique and interesting choice for gardens.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yellow Twig'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yellow Twig' is a slow-growing Japanese cedar with narrow, airy branches and beautiful green foliage. It can reach a height of 72 inches in 10 years and is well-suited for gardens that receive full sun to part sun.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' is a fast-growing conifer with an irregular, upright form that can reach 20 feet in height after ten years. It features an open, see-through branching structure with short, rubbery needles that twist spirally around the branches. This unique growth habit makes it an interesting focal point in gardens, particularly in sunny locations.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Mitama'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Mitama' is a mounding evergreen with rich green, squiggly branches, resembling a basketball plugged into an electrical socket. In ten years, it can reach 36 inches in both height and width. This unique plant is ideal for adding texture and interest to garden landscapes.