Cryptomeria j Spiralis #3
Cryptomeria j Spiralis #3
Granny's Ringlets Japanese Cryptomeria
Tightly twisted foliage
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It has broadly pyramidal habit when mature and yet it is globe-shaped when young. The foliage is tightly twisted around the branch-lets and is bright green. It looks like a piece of spiral pasta. An excellent ornamental that was imported to Holland from Japan around 1800. Partial shade is best.
Botanical Name- Cryptomeria japonica 'Spiralis'
Pronunciation- krip-toh-MEER-ee-uh juh-PON-ih-kuh
Foliage- Evergreen
Mature Width- 5 ft
Mature Height- 10 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Requires a moist, acidic, high organic soil
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color-
Bloom Time-
Companion Plants- Echinacea 'PowWow White' (quirky form vs crisp white daisies)
Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, shelter for beneficial insects
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C14
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches anytime; maintain even moisture and fertilize lightly in spring.
Trimming Instructions- Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a conifer fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in early spring; moderate feeding need. In clay, add compost to improve aeration and drainage around roots.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone
Possible Issues- Twig blight, spider mites
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