Cryptomeria japonica ‘Yoshino’

Yoshino’ is a symmetrical, pyramidal form that typically matures to 30-40′ tall and to 20-30′ wide. Lime-green to blue-green needles are evergreen. In comparison to the species, ‘Yoshino’ grows faster and its needles acquire fewer bronze tones in winter. Good specimen. Plant in groves or linear plantings for windbreak or screening.  Best grown in moist, rich, fertile, acidic, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerates light shade. Soils should not be allowed to dry out. Site in a location protected from drying winter winds.