Japanese Red Cedar ‘Spiralis’ 10/20cm (1L)
Cryptomeria japonica
£19.98
Japanese Red Cedar ‘Spiralis’ is a striking evergreen that adds year-round interest to UK gardens. This Cryptomeria japonica cultivar grows in a unique spiral form, reaching 4-6 metres tall. It’s hardy, low-maintenance, and perfect for adding a touch of drama and vertical interest to any garden.
- ✓ Unique spiral growth habit creates a mesmerising corkscrew effect, adding drama to your garden
- ✓ Grows into a narrow, columnar shape reaching 4-6 metres tall, ideal for smaller spaces or vertical accents
- ✓ Low-maintenance and hardy, thriving in UK conditions with minimal care required
- ✓ Ideal for rock gardens, Japanese gardens, and pot culture in sun to partial shade.
- ✓ Quality UK stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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Japanese Red Cedar ‘Spiralis’ is a truly eye-catching evergreen that can add a touch of drama and elegance to your garden. This variety stands out with its unique spiral growth habit, where the branches twist upwards around the trunk, creating a mesmerising corkscrew effect. It’s a real head-turner that’s sure to be a talking point among your garden visitors.
‘Spiralis’ grows into a narrow, columnar shape, reaching about 4-6 metres tall over 20 years. Its slim profile makes it perfect for smaller gardens or for adding vertical interest without taking up too much ground space. You could use it to frame an entrance, as a striking focal point, or to add structure to mixed borders.
One of the best things about this tree is its year-round interest. In spring and summer, the foliage is a fresh, bright green. Come autumn, it takes on bronze tones, adding warmth to your garden as the days grow cooler. Even in winter, its unique spiral form provides visual interest when other plants are dormant.
Gardeners often choose ‘Spiralis’ for its low-maintenance nature. Once established, it doesn’t need much looking after. It’s hardy enough to cope with UK winters and is generally resistant to pests and diseases. This means less worry for you and more time to enjoy your garden.
This cedar works well in various garden styles. It can add a formal touch to traditional gardens or bring an artistic element to more contemporary designs. Its unusual form makes it a natural focal point, drawing the eye and adding a sense of movement to your garden layout.
Wildlife fans will be pleased to know that ‘Spiralis’ can provide shelter for birds and small animals. Its dense growth offers a safe spot for nesting and hiding from predators.
If you’re after a plant that looks good all year and offers something a bit different, ‘Spiralis’ is a great choice. Its unique spiral form and changing colours mean your garden always has a point of
For gardeners looking to add year-round structure and a touch of the unusual to their gardens, Japanese Red Cedar ‘Spiralis’ is an excellent option. Its striking spiral form, changing colours, and easy-care nature make it a valuable addition to any outdoor space.
Looking after Japanese Red Cedar ‘Spiralis’ is straightforward, which is good news for gardeners. Plant it in a spot that gets full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil but is adaptable to various soil types. Water regularly when it’s first planted to help it settle in. Once established, it’s quite tolerant of dry spells but will appreciate occasional deep watering during prolonged dry periods. Feed it with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring. Pruning isn’t necessary to maintain its spiral shape, but you can remove any dead or damaged branches if needed. It’s generally pest and disease-free, but keep an eye out for any signs of stress. ‘Spiralis’ is hardy enough to cope with UK winters without extra protection, though young plants may benefit from shelter from strong winds.
Ultimate height
4–8 metres
Time to ultimate height
20–50 years
Ultimate spread
2.5–4 metres
🇬🇧 UK Grown. Generally supplied in a 1 litre pot. Approx 10/20cm tall
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun
Pot Size
1 litre
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
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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