Description

Japanese Cedar is a medium evergreen tree that is easy to grow with a graceful habit. It reaches 50-70 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide with a conical to pyramidal shape. It prefers rich, moist, well-drained, acidic soils but is adaptable to other soil types. It does well in conditions from sun to partial shade. This tree is resistant to damage by deer and is slightly salt tolerant. The reddish exfoliating bark is quite attractive.

Dimensions:
Height: 50 ft - 70 ft.
Width: 20 ft - 30 ft.

Light: Full Sun

Leaf Description:
3/4 inch evergreen bright or blue-green needles are spirally arranged and awl-shaped. They are 4-angled and curve inward with a slight twist. Needles persist for 4-5 years. May develop bronze tones in the winter. First needles produced each year are shorter than later produced needles.