Cryptomeria japonica Compressa
Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica ‘Compressa’ is a compact evergreen conifer valued for its dense, upright form and tight, fine-textured green foliage that may take on bronze tones in winter, with no thorns and small inconspicuous cones, providing strong year-round structure and color.
Mature Size:
Width: 3–5 ft
Height: 6–10 ft
USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Blooms: Non-showy
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; prefers slightly acidic conditions
Water: Moderate; benefits from consistent moisture
🌸 Landscape Uses
Foundation plantings, specimen plant, evergreen accents, small spaces, vertical interest
🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Minimal wildlife interest
Tolerances: Deer resistant, urban conditions
- Plant type
- Dwarf Conifer
- Height
- 6-10'
- Width
- 3-5'
- Hardiness zones
- 5–8
- Sunlight
- Full Sun, Partial Shade
- Leaf color
- Green
- Fall color
- Green
- Soil
- Acidic, Well Drained
- Landscape use
- Accent Plant, Foundation Plant, Specimen
- Shape
- Low Mounding
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Drought tolerant
- No
