Dragon Prince™ Japanese Cedar

Cryptomeria japonica 'Spg-3-014'

Pronunciation: krip-toh-MER-ee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh glo-BOH-suh NAN-uh
SKU #42742
6-9

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The ultimate low-care, compact conifer, maintaining a rounded habit without pruning. The vibrant green, finely-textured foliage breaks up the bold effects of large-leaved plants. Enjoy as a single specimen or group as a filler. Tolerant of hot, dry conditions. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9

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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsJapanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Abelia (Abelia); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Loropetalum (Loropetalum)
Care InstructionsProvide 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
Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsJapanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Abelia (Abelia); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Loropetalum (Loropetalum)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide 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.