{"product_id":"japanese-cedar-cryptomeria-japonica","title":"Japanese Cedar (cryptomeria japonica)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant evergreen conifer with attractive reddish-brown fibrous bark, dense soft foliage, and conical habit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides year-round interest: bright green or yellow new growth in spring, potential bronze\/blue tones in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrnamental value as specimen tree, screen, or topiary; low-maintenance once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy in most UK regions, suitable for architectural or informal gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSite: Choose a sheltered position to protect from cold winds; full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Moist but well-drained; tolerates acid to neutral (slightly alkaline OK), various types (sand, loam, clay) but avoid waterlogged or shallow chalky soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting time: Best in autumn or spring; water well initially to establish roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering: Keep moist during dry spells, especially young plants; mulch base to retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtection: Young plants may need winter fleece in harsh conditions; generally hardy to -10°C or lower.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance: Minimal pruning needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth: Fast-growing to 20m+ in ideal conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"5cm+","offer_id":58498916319576,"sku":null,"price":0.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-60cm","offer_id":58498916352344,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_9828Cryptomeriajaponica_89b90f7f-ea00-4390-86bc-e147232609f2.jpg?v=1790019606","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/japanese-cedar-cryptomeria-japonica","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}