Cryptomeria Yoshino Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Cryptomeria Yoshino Japanese Cedar highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 5-9
Need a shade-loving windbreak and love the look of Leyland Cypress but have had bad luck with them because your property has too much shade? The Cryptomeria Yoshino (Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino') will help you out!
This strong grower provides a tall, dense, evergreen screen along the edges of many famous gardens. A lot of the charm of this graceful evergreen is its great texture and color. The summer color is glistening blue-green, but the needle-like leaves turn a bronzy-purple winter hue, especially when exposed to cold winds!
The tree grows into a coveted tall open pyramidal shape, but has an almost "fluffy" look to it that has to be seen to be appreciated. These Japanese Cedar trees grow fast throughout USDA planting zones 5 to 9 and can be very adaptable and pest-resistant.
Planting and Application:
Perhaps you have visited a Japanese Garden and wondered how they get the feeling that you're totally surrounded by nature, no matter where the garden is located? Cryptomeria Yoshino is the answer!
Also known as Yoshino Japanese Cedar, these fluffy trees are a must-have for year-round privacy and screening without feeling formal and stuffy. The lush green fluffy texture lends itself to easy property division and windbreaks, bulking up a mixed border and shelterbelt.
These tough evergreens are tolerant of compacted soil and perform well in parking lots and urban environments as long as they have access to moisture. Growing tall at 35-40 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide - fast! So if you need property definition or privacy yesterday … you need to look into this evergreen!
- Handsome Evergreen Foliage
- Fluffy Full Dense Texture
- Tall Pyramidal Shape
- Fast-Growing Japanese Cedar
- Year-Round & Winter Color
- Specimens, Wildlife, Hedges & Privacy
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Cryptomeria will grow well in either sun or shade and tolerate many different soil types! In colder growing zones, protect these evergreens from harsh winds, on well-drained, moist, acid soil. Rarely in need of fussing or pruning and just wants a little springtime fertilizer. Leave the branches all the way to the ground to keep the classic form and the maximum amount of privacy and screening! The only pruning to be done should be to remove winter dieback.
- Sun & Shade Tolerant
- Well-Drained Soil Of Any Kind
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Prune To Remove Dead Growth
- Hardy & Easy Care
The Cryptomeria Yoshino Japanese Cedar tree makes a great specimen by itself but is even more impressive in a row. Order yours today!
