The Japanese Cryptomeria is not as popular as Leyland Cyprus but probably should be for many reasons. Its needles are not as soft as the Leyand, but accomplishes the same purpose as the Leyland (e.g. a fast growing barrier plant) with greater disease tolerance and some variety in the winter with bronzing or even purple coloring. They are excellent as a privacy hedge or even as a specimen plant.
Height/Width
30 to 60 feet by 10 to 25 feet
Location
Full sun with room to grow - a hedge should be spaced 8-10' apart.
Top Reasons to Plant
- Can tolerate the Georgia heat and humidity
- Fast growing
- Low risk of disease and insects
- Year round foliage