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An excellent cloud-pruned bonsai tree of Cryptomeria japonica Japanese Cedar stands within oval clay pot | Heartwood Seeds UK
Evergreen foliage of the national tree of Japan Cryptomeria japonica stands tall near a symbolic temple
Bright yellow pollen cone flowers stand on the tips of the dark green foliage of a Cryptomeria japonica Japanese Cedar tree
Cryptomeria japonica Japanese Cedar seeds
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Cryptomeria japonica (Japanese Cedar) | 30 Seeds | £3.49

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Cryptomeria japonica - (Japanese Cedar)

 

An evergreen conifer which is the national tree of Japan, often planted near temples for symbolic reasons

 

Hardy to -15ºC (5ºF)

 

Makes an excellent bonsai tree as it is easily dwarfed and the foliage is dense which allows ‘cloud-pruning’ to enhance bonsai forms

 

Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack

 

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 GROWING DETAILS

 

Genus: Cryptomeria

 

Species: japonica

 

English name: Japanese Cedar

 

Plant type: Evergreen conifer

 

Eventual height: Under 3 feet as a bonsai tree; up to 20 m (65 ft) in open ground

 

Season of Interest: All year

 

Hardiness: Hardy to -15ºC (5ºF)

 

Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

 

Soil: Moist and well-drained, fertile soils

 

Propagation methods: Seeds and cuttings

 

 GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS

 

Cryptomeria japonica 🌱 Soak seeds in warm water for 12 hours. Place in a zip-lock bag with lightly-moist propagation compost or vermiculite, then refrigerate for 3 weeks, opening & shaking the bag daily for aeration. If no sprouting is visible after 3 weeks, sow 5mm deep within propagation compost. Keep at 15°C (59°F) and maintain moisture. Approx. germination time: 3 months.

Caution: Not for consumption. Choking hazard. Keep away from children & pets. Handle with care.


 

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