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Cryptomeria japonica

'Globosa Nana'


Dwarf Cryptomeria




            Mike's Opinion

this is Mike

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A unique dwarf that grows into a lovely dome that is soft to touch. Underutilized in our area and would make a beautiful addition to a rock garden.



Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)

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Family
Taxodiaceae (Cupressaceae)
Genus
Cryptomeria
Species
japonica
Cultivar
'Globosa Nana'
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
Pronunciation
USDA Hardiness Zone
6b - 7a
Canadian Hardiness Zone
6b
RHS Hardiness Zone
H6
Temperature (°C)
-20 to -15
Temperature (°F)
4 -5
Height
75-150 cm
Spread
75-130 cm
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
General Description
Nearly spherical, compact dome of rich green branches.
Landscape
Borders and rock gardens as an accent or specimen plant.
Cultivation
Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil; protect from wind, plant for good air circulation. We (London, Ontario, Canada) are the northern point of hardiness, so plant with caution.
Shape
Intricately branching ball, soft to touch.
Growth
Slow
ID Characteristic
Dense, fluffy sphere; rusty red in winter, very slow growing, slightly arching branches.
Pests
Leaf blight if air circulation is poor
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Bark/Stem Description
Peeling bark is reddish brown that comes off in long strips.
Leaf Description
Awl shaped, finger like; blueish green at tips, darker green older growth, rusty red in winter.
Flower Description
Monoecious, inconspicuous.
Fruit Description
Globular dark brown, spirally arranged, .65-2 cm long.
Colour Description
Bluish green needles; rusty red in winter; new growth is pale green.
Texture Description
Softly bristled foliage.
Notable Specimens
Queens Botanical Gardens, New York, New York, United States of America.
Propagation
Root semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn or by layering.
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