Japanese Red Cedar Tree ‘Sekkan-sugi’ (3L)
Cryptomeria japonica
£32.50
‘Sekkan-sugi’ is a small, striking evergreen tree that is highly regarded for its unique and eye-catching foliage. evergreen tree, growing up to 30m tall, with semi-pendulous branches. The soft, awl-shaped leaves are a pale creamy-yellow colour when young, maturing to a dark green with yellow tints in winter
- ✓ Striking golden-yellow foliage that persists year-round, providing a constant source of colour and contrast in your garden landscape
- ✓ Moderate growth rate of 20-30cm per year, reaching 8-10 metres tall with a narrow, conical shape, ideal for medium-sized gardens or as a specimen tree
- ✓ Soft, feathery texture of the needles adds ornamental value and creates an elegant, exotic appearance in both modern and traditional garden designs
- ✓ Adaptable to various soil types and conditions, including urban environments, making it a versatile choice for different garden settings across the UK
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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The Japanese Red Cedar ‘Sekkan-sugi’ is a striking evergreen tree that brings a touch of oriental elegance to UK gardens. This cultivar of Cryptomeria japonica is famed for its unique golden-yellow foliage, making it a brilliant choice for gardeners looking to add year-round colour and structure to their outdoor space.
‘Sekkan-sugi’ grows at a moderate rate, typically adding about 20-30cm per year. It can reach heights of 8–10 metres over time, with a narrow, conical shape that adds vertical interest to the garden. This compact form makes it suitable for medium-sized gardens or as a stunning specimen tree in smaller spaces.
The tree’s standout feature is its foliage. The needles emerge a bright golden-yellow in spring, creating a striking contrast against other green plants. This colour persists throughout the year, becoming slightly deeper in winter, providing constant interest in the garden. The soft, feathery texture of the foliage adds to its ornamental value.
‘Sekkan-sugi’ is hardier than it might appear. It’s well-adapted to the UK climate and can handle both full sun and partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but is adaptable to various soil types. Not only that, but it’s also relatively tolerant of urban conditions, making it a good choice for town gardens.
Gardeners love this tree for its unique colour and form. You can use it as a stunning specimen plant, where its golden foliage will create a focal point. Or plant a few to create a colourful screen or windbreak. It looks fantastic in both modern and traditional garden designs, adding a touch of exotic beauty year-round.
Wildlife enthusiasts will be pleased to know that Japanese Red Cedars can provide good shelter for birds, especially in winter. The dense foliage offers protection from harsh weather and predators.
For gardeners after a low-maintenance, eye-catching evergreen that brings year-round colour to their garden, Japanese Red Cedar ‘Sekkan-sugi’ is an excellent choice. Its beautiful golden foliage and elegant form add a touch of magic to any garden, creating a focal point that’s sure to impress throughout the seasons.
Japanese Red Cedar ‘Sekkan-sugi’ is relatively easy to care for, which is good news for UK gardeners. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, but it’s adaptable to various soil types. When you first plant it, water regularly for the first growing season to help it establish. After that, it appreciates consistent moisture but can tolerate short periods of drought. Feed it with a slow-release, balanced fertiliser in spring. Pruning isn’t usually necessary unless you want to maintain a specific shape or size. If you need to prune, do it in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Ultimate height
8–12 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
2.5–4 metres
🇬🇧 UK Grown.
Supplied in a large 3 litre pot. Approx 60/80cm tall
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
3 litre
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Golden/Yellow
Hardiness
-20°C to -15°C (H6)
When MatureSafety
Pollen Allergies
Watering
Heavy, Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Delivery
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With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
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Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
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Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
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