Cryptomeria japonica Yoshino
Pyramidal Japanese Cedar
Cryptomeria japonica ‘Yoshino’ is a fast-growing evergreen conifer valued for its symmetrical pyramidal form and soft, feathery blue-green foliage that may take on bronze tones in winter, with no thorns and small inconspicuous cones, providing year-round screening and texture.
Mature Size:
Width: 15–20 ft
Height: 30–40 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
Screening, windbreaks, specimen tree, evergreen backdrop, large landscapes
🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Minimal wildlife interest
Tolerances: Deer resistant, urban conditions
- Plant type
- Conifer, Evergreen Tree
- Height
- 30'
- Width
- 15-20'
- Hardiness zones
- 6–9
- Sunlight
- Full Sun
- Fall color
- Blue Green
- Soil
- Acidic, Moist well-drained
- Shape
- Pyramidal
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Drought tolerant
- No
