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Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkans Sugi'

Japanese Cushion Cryptomeria

Plant photo of: Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkans Sugi'
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Information by: Laura Van Leuven        Photographer:

 

Description

In cultivation, the 'Sekkan' is a slow-growing, irregularly shaped shrub to small tree. Its new foliage is a sulfur yellow color, which matures to green. Of the species, it is somewhat more susceptible to sunscald. This is a valuable choice for North and East exposures where an evergreen shrub is desired. It combines well with acid-loving, broadleaf evergreens,such as Rhododendron, in addition to Maples and other deciduous trees or flowering plants.

 

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Constant

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Seascape, Tropical

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Park, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.