Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' – Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen'

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Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' – Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen'

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In several cultivars of C. japonica, the needles typically grow around the twigs. The best-known cultivar with this characteristic is Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen'. Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' is a fast-growing, slender-rising tree with a fairly open branch structure. The tree grows about 12 m tall. Older trees often become bare underneath. The shiny dark green needles are tightly curved around the rather long twigs, giving them a spiral appearance. It makes 'Rasen' a popular tree, not only for use in gardens and parks, but also in floral design. This ancient Japanese cultivar was introduced to Europe in 1970. Hardiness zone: 6a
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Specifications
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Height
8-12 m
Width
4-5m
Crown
narrow upright, open crown
Bark and branches
flaking, reddisch brown
Leaf
green, evergreen
Flowers
inconspicuous, flowers in April
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
loamy soil, sandy soil, peaty soil, acid soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Application
small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, specimen conifer
Origin
U.S. National Arboretum, Washington D.C., USA, 1994
Clear stem tree Specimen conifer acid soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) narrow conical 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres open crown green fast growing all species non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen'

Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' can eventually reach a height of 8-12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 8-12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Cryptomeria japonica 'Rasen' blooms in april.
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