.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Radicans' Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans' Description A coniferous evergreen shrub with cascading branches and vibrant green foliage. It features a compact growth habit and is prized for its ornamental appeal year-round. Suggested Uses Perfect for rock gardens, landscape borders, and container planting. Ideal for creating focal points or adding evergreen structure to garden designs. Plant Details Botanical Name: Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans' Common Name: Radicans Japanese Cedar Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-5 ft in height and spreads to 4 ft, with a slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 6-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen needles Bloom Time: Does not produce flowers Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Slightly toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses, and shade perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Space appropriately to allow for growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Adaptable to most acidic or neutral soils. Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity; avoid excessive dryness. Pruning Instructions: Prune minimally to maintain shape; remove dead or damaged branches. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and heavy snow in colder zones. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery. Fertilization: Use a balanced evergreen fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperature.