Dwarf Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
From | To | S&H |
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$0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
$20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
$50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
$70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
$100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
$130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
$150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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#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 |
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#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
Dwarf Japanese Cedar highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
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Growth RateSlow
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring

Growing Zones 5-9
A hardy evergreen with year-round interest the Dwarf Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana') is one of those delightful shrubs that just begs to be touched!
This Dwarf form of Japanese Cedar is a low-growing variety of Cryptomeria. Bright to dark green foliage adorns this evergreen shrub year-round, taking on a spicy, bronze tint for autumn. The needle-like sprays seem to reach out and over, presenting the appearance of movement in your landscape.
Dwarf Japanese Cedar's dense foliage creates a tight mound that manages itself quite well. You won't be able to walk by it without extending your hand for a gentle stroke over its soft foliage. Diminutive, 3/4-inch cones appear like tiny decorations on your Cedar, their reddish-brown coloring a gentle contrast against the evergreen foliage.
Landscape Application:
Regardless of the name, this specimen is actually in the Cypress family and full-size varieties can reach up to 60 feet tall. This dwarf version of Cryptomeria is a terrific opportunity to have one of these delightful shrubs in your yard without the need for extensive space.
These mid-sized round shrubs would look terrific on either side of your entry or provide a lovely hedge along your sidewalk. Plant a few as your foundation hedge, go big and create property division and privacy, or screen out an eyesore.
Even large planters can accommodate these smaller shrubby Cryptomeria and you can shear or prune yours smaller to tuck into container gardens, balcony planters, and around porches and patios. Dress them up or down as you’d like to suit your theme.
- Bright Green Foliage Ages Dark Green
- Round Upright Oval Form
- Bronzy Fall & Winter Color
- Dwarf Form Accented By Red-Brown Cones
- Hedges, Foundations, Large Planters & Specimens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Growing best in full sun and partial shade, plant these smaller shrubs in well-drained soil locations with moderate moisture access, especially during drought. Provide a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around the root system. Amenable to pruning if you decide to alter its shape and size in the late winter, or allow this dwarf Cedar to grow into its full fluffy self. Japanese Cedar can be long-lived, growing for 30 years or more in optimal conditions.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture
- Prune If Needed In Late Winter
- Disease & Pest Resistant
The Dwarf Japanese Cedar are the petite versions of your favorite Japanese Cedar, packing all the color and beauty into a compact size. Order now at NatureHills.com!