Cryptomeria japonica

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Japan

Introduced to: Azores, China South-Central, China Southeast, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Føroyar, Great Britain, Korea, Mauritius, New Zealand North, Réunion, Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey

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Cryptomeria japonicaCryptomeria japonica

Japanese Cedar, Japanese Red Cedar, Sugi

In Stock: 3.473 lb (Total:3.473lb)

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3.47 lb

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Germination:

41%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

180,516

Quantity:

3.47 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837443

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Japan

Introduced to: Azores, China South-Central, China Southeast, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Føroyar, Great Britain, Korea, Mauritius, New Zealand North, Réunion, Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey

Native

Introduced

Discover the allure of Cryptomeria japonica, commonly known as Japanese Cedar, Sugi, or Japanese Red Cedar. A graceful addition to any landscape, this evergreen conifer thrives in central and southern Japan and China. With a height of 50-70 feet and a width of 20-30 feet, its conical to pyramidal shape makes it a stunning focal point. The rich, reddish-brown exfoliating bark and spirally arranged, green to blue-green needles add year-round beauty.

Ideal for USDA Zones 5-9, Japanese Cedar flourishes in rich, moist, well-drained, acidic soils, basking in full sun or dappled shade. Its soft foliage offers winter interest, bronzing in cold conditions, and is resistant to deer damage. As a low-maintenance alternative to Leyland cypress, it's perfect for screening or as a specimen tree.

In Japan, it's a national symbol, gracing temples and shrines. While it reaches towering heights in the wild, cultivated varieties are more compact. With no serious pest issues, Cryptomeria japonica is an elegant, resilient choice for your garden, embodying centuries of cultural significance and natural beauty.