A neat, rounded dwarf conifer with soft, feathery blue-green foliage that often takes on bronze tints in winter. A low-care feature for pots, rockeries and small formal gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.5 m H × 1.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Dwarf Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana' is a slow-growing shrub in the Cupressaceae family. It reaches around 1.5 m tall and 1.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Dwarf Japanese Cedar
Dwarf Japanese Cedar suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Dwarf Japanese Cedar does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Dwarf Japanese Cedar does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Dwarf Japanese Cedar in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Dwarf Japanese Cedar in the garden
Dwarf Japanese Cedar earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Dwarf Japanese Cedar sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Dwarf Japanese Cedar
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