Japanese Cedar Vilmoriniana

 A very slow growing, dwarf evergreen conifer, Cryptomeria japonica Vilmoriniana is a variety of the Japanese Cedar. Its dark green branchlets made up of scale-like leaves form a dense and neat green globe. Japanese Cedar 'Vilmoriniana' also develops a reddish-purplish colour over Winter making this variety a very popular specimen for a rock/alpine or heather garden. Ideal also for a courtyard or low maintenance garden, bringing evergreen colour to a space. Works well in containers too. 

Site: Prefers semi-sheltered sites
Soil: Well drained, prefers moist and slightly acidic soils
Position: Full sun, will tolerate partial shade
Season of Interest: Evergreen, Aesthetic shape
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Size: True Dwarf – less than 2ft (60cm) in 10 years