Japanese Cedar 'Cristata'

Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata'

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Overview

The Cockscomb Cryptomeria, or Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata', is known for its distinctive, wavy crest-like needle formations. This conifer showcases a pyramidal growth habit and reaches up to 15-25 feet in height with a spread of 10-15 feet. It exhibits rich green foliage year-round, with a hint of bronze in winter. Ideal for accent placement, it thrives in USDA Zones 5-8, requiring well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–9Climate Temperate

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — The Cockscomb Cryptomeria

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Taxodiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — is known for its distinctive; the Cockscomb Cryptomeria's pyramidal shape provides a stately

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — wavy crest-like needle formations; consider using it as a focal point

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — It exhibits rich green foliage year-round, with a hint of bronze in winter; is known for its

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — Ideal for accent placement; is a distinctive and ornamental evergreen conifer that stands out for

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — it thrives in USDA Zones 5-8; the Cockscomb Cryptomeria thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — requiring well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure; conifer / shrub for full or half

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — commonly referred to as Cockscomb Cryptomeria; requiring well-drained soil and full to partial

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — is a distinctive and ornamental evergreen conifer that stands out for its unique; the bark is

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — crested growths at the tips of its branches; especially in drier seasons

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — the Cockscomb Cryptomeria's pyramidal shape provides a stately appearance; ideal for accent

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — Its needle-like leaves are rich green and may acquire bronze tones in colder climates, image 35

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — adding year-round interest to the garden; due to its vertical structure and moderate size

Japanese Cedar 'Cristata' (Cryptomeria Japonica 'Cristata') — The bark is attractively red-brown and exfoliates in strips; wavy crest-like needle formations

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