Species in the grass family(Poaceae)have narrow grasslike foliage, with leaf veins typically parallel to one another, and the leaf margins are most often smooth. With a few exceptions, such as bamboo, most grasses are herbaceous, meaning they do not develop […]
Ctenanthe carambola L. ( Ctenanthe )
Ctenanthe genus is made up of 15 species, all evergreen perennials that spread by rhizomes. They have oval lance-shaped leaves that are sometimes invertly lance-shaped, green and marked with red, cream or lighter green striping. Great as a houseplant or […]
Crytochilum macranthum ( Oncidium Orchid )
An epiphytic orchid, with two oblong leaves (8 inches), and conical, fleshy pseudobulbs. Spreading panicles, to 10 feet long, produce the 3 inch across flowers in summer. Should be grown epiphytically on bark (or in baskets). Requires filtered light, high […]
Cryptomeria japonica ( Yoshino Japanese Cedar )
‘Yoshino’ is a fast-growing, pyramidal to columnar conifer with slightly pendulous branches and reddish peeling bark. Bluish green, 1/4-1/2 inch long, stiff leaves occasionally turn bronzy-green in winter. Produces brown female cones, each containing 3 to 5 seeds. Grows 30-40 […]
Cryptomeria japonica ( Viminalis Japanese Cedar )
(Plant height:20 feet in 10 years) This cultivar has long, narrow branches with needles lying flat. Full sun produces best growth results, but can tolerate some shade. Well-drained, moist soil preferred. No pruning is necessary. Spring fertilization is recommended.
Cryptomeria japonica ( Vilmorin Japanese Cedar )
Slow-growing, cone-shaped dwarf conifer with dense, light green foliage. In wintertime, leaves turn a bronze color. Eccentric use as a foundation plant, container plant or rock garden specimen. Full sun produces best growth results. Well-drained, moist soil preferred. No pruning […]
Cryptomeria japonica ( Variegata Japanese Cedar )
(Plant height:20 feet in 10 years) This cultivar is cone-like in shape with pale green foliage and white variegation. Full sun produces best growth results, but can tolerate some shade. Well-drained, moist soil preferred. No pruning is necessary. Spring fertilization […]
Cryptomeria japonica ( Torta Japanese Cedar )
(Plant height:20 feet in 10 years) This cultivar is cone-like in shape, much like the species. The branching is distinct with contorting, twisting branchlets that are thin. Full sun produces best growth results, but can tolerate some shade. Well-drained, moist […]
Cryptomeria japonica ( Tight Japanese Cedar )
This dwarf cultivar is column-like in shape with red to brown bark. Foliage is arranged in a tight fashion. Full sun produces best growth results, but can tolerate some shade. Well-drained, moist soil preferred. No pruning is necessary. Spring fertilization […]
Cryptomeria japonica ( Tenzan-sugi Japanese Cedar )
This dwarf cultivar has a bun-like shape. It features delicate and dense foliage that is green in color. Full sun produces best growth results, but can tolerate some shade. Well-drained, moist soil preferred. No pruning is necessary. Spring fertilization is […]