Description

Black Dragon Japanese Cedar is a slow-growing evergreen with a striking pyramidal form, making it a perfect accent tree for Massachusetts landscapes. Its deep green, scale-like foliage emerges as a lighter green in spring and remains vibrant throughout the winter. The peeling antique red bark adds texture and contrast, enhancing its distinctive Asian-inspired appearance.

This dwarf conifer is ideal for small gardens, rock gardens, or as a focal point in larger landscapes. Black Dragon Japanese Cedar thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering until established. Its refined foliage and unique shape make it a standout choice for adding year-round interest.

Each plant comes in a #6 (6 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.

Plant Specs:

Botanical Name: Cryptomeria Japonica Black Dragon
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: give it a good soak around once a week while becoming established
Soil: rich, acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 6 – 8

Plant Shape: pyramidal
Plant Type: multi-stemmed evergreen shrub
Mature Size: height (7') , width (4')
Blooming Season: n/a
Growth Rate: slow

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