Species

Cryptomeria japonicaJapanese Cedar

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Radicans Japanese Cedar

Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans'

$29.95

The Story

Plant Bio

Cryptomeria japonica, or Japanese Cedar, is a large, evergreen coniferous tree with a pyramidal shape. It features soft, awl-shaped needles and reddish-brown, shredding bark.

'Radicans' is a popular cultivar selected for its fast growth rate, dense branching, upright columnar habit, and resistance to winter browning (bronzing). It is an excellent choice for privacy screens.

Uses & Benefits:

Its soft texture, dense foliage, and graceful pyramidal form make it a beautiful landscape feature year-round. The reddish-brown bark adds winter interest.

One of the best and fastest-growing conifers for creating tall, dense privacy screens and windbreaks. It holds its lower branches well, providing screening to the ground.

Provides excellent year-round cover, shelter from weather, and nesting sites for a variety of birds.

SpeciesCryptomeria japonicaJapanese Cedar

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

420 inches

Width

216 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Prefers high humidity

Lifespan

Long-lived tree

Native To

Japan

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Marketplace

Where to Buy

Garden Goods Direct

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with full sun to light shade and protection from winter winds.
Ensure the soil is moist, acidic, and well-drained.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball.
Set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
Backfill with soil and water deeply to settle.
Mulch to the drip line, keeping it away from the trunk.

Pro Tip

Protect from harsh, drying winter winds, especially when young, to prevent any potential winter burn.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide consistent water, especially during establishment and dry periods.
Give it enough space to reach its mature size.
Mulch well to keep roots cool and moist.
Site it where its graceful form can be appreciated.

Don't

Don't plant in heavy, wet clay or very dry, sandy soil.
Don't allow it to dry out in its first few years.
Don't prune heavily, as it has a beautiful natural form.
Don't plant in high pH (alkaline) soils.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Mulch
Plant

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Fast-growing privacy screen or hedgeElegant evergreen specimenEffective windbreak

Companion Plants

Acer palmatum Rhododendron Hydrangea macrophyllaEnkianthus campanulatus

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Radicans Japanese Cedar questions

What zones can Radicans Japanese Cedar grow in?

Radicans Japanese Cedar is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Radicans Japanese Cedar deer resistant?

Yes — Radicans Japanese Cedar is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

Does Radicans Japanese Cedar need full sun?

Radicans Japanese Cedar does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.