Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan-sugi' in autumn/winter

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan-sugi' Tree

Japanese Cedar

Single stem tree, 60-90cm, 7.5L pot

£65

£65 ~~£65~~

Available As:

Single stem tree

Classic tree with one trunk

Ready by: 30 September 2025

Pre-order: New batch ready Summer 2025

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit

Final size 4 x 1.5 metres in 20 years

Foliage Cream in spring, green in summer and bronzed in autumn/winter

Position Full sun to part shade

Soil Suits most soil types but prefers slightly acidic, moist conditions

Description

The Japanese Cedar is a lovely, small, conical conifer tree displaying colourful, evergreen foliage, for which this species is known. The herringbone shaped and surprisingly soft foliage is creamy yellow in spring, darkening to green in summer and then adopting bronze and purple shades in the cold winter months. Brown cones dangle on the ends of the pendulous branches in autumn.

Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan-sugi' may have an odd shape when young but quickly develops into a graceful conical shape and provides a magnificent focal point, especially in small gardens. 'Sekkan-sugi' needs a sheltered position away from cold winds and scorching sun, and likes a moist neutral to acid soil.

The national tree of Japan, Cryptomeria is often planted near temples. We also offer a larger and less pendulous variety called Cryptomeria japonica Elegans.

AKA Japanese Cedar Tree, Sekkan-sugi, Segan-sugi

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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