Radicans Cryptomeria
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Fast (2-3 ft/year)
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Deer resistant
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About Radicans Cryptomeria
Radicans Cryptomeria (Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans') is a denser, more compact Japanese cedar cultivar than Yoshino, reaching 20-30 feet tall and 10-15 feet wide with tighter, richer green foliage that holds its color through winter without the bronze cast seen in Yoshino Cryptomeria. It grows fast at 2-3 feet per year and forms a fuller, more solid screen from ground to top, which makes it a popular choice for Gwinnett County homeowners who want a conifer privacy screen with dense coverage low to the ground rather than the slightly looser habit of Yoshino. Like other cryptomeria, it resists the canker diseases that affect Leyland Cypress and performs reliably in Georgia's clay soil and humid summers once its root system is established. Its fine, soft texture makes it pleasant near patios and walkways where people brush against the foliage, unlike spinier hollies. Radicans Cryptomeria is a strong middle-ground choice between the very fast, very large Leyland Cypress and the slower, narrower Emerald Green Arborvitae.
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Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 20-30 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 10-15 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water Needs | Moderate until established, then drought tolerant |
| Bloom Season | N/A (evergreen conifer, grown for foliage) |
| Growth Rate | Fast (2-3 ft/year) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Pet Safe | Yes |
| Native to Georgia | No |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant in full sun to part shade with good drainage; mound Georgia clay planting sites slightly to avoid standing water. Space plants 8-10 feet apart for a dense screen from top to bottom. Water deeply weekly through the first two summers. Little pruning is required since Radicans naturally holds a tight, full form. Once established in a Gwinnett County landscape, it needs only occasional deep watering during dry stretches rather than a regular irrigation schedule.
Fast Facts
- Mature height: 20-30 ft, width 10-15 ft
- Denser, more compact than Yoshino Cryptomeria
- Fast growth: 2-3 ft per year
- Holds green color through winter, less bronzing than Yoshino
- Resists canker diseases common to Leyland Cypress
- Deer resistant, soft fine-textured foliage
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Radicans Cryptomeria FAQs
What is the difference between Radicans and Yoshino Cryptomeria?
Radicans Cryptomeria is denser and more compact (20-30 ft) with tighter foliage that holds its green color better in winter, while Yoshino grows slightly larger (30-40 ft) with a looser habit and mild winter bronzing. Radicans fills in low to the ground more solidly, making it better for tighter screens.
Is Radicans Cryptomeria deer resistant?
Yes, Radicans Cryptomeria is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for Gwinnett County properties bordering wooded areas with regular deer traffic. As with any "deer resistant" plant, hungry deer in a hard winter may still sample new growth occasionally, but damage is typically minimal.