{"product_id":"cryptomeria-japonica-elegans-viridis-japanese-cedar-3-litre-pot","title":"Cryptomeria japonica 'Elegans Viridis' - Japanese Cedar 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCryptomeria japonica 'Elegans Viridis' - Japanese Cedar\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn elegant evergreen conifer with soft, feathery juvenile foliage that retains its fresh bright green colour throughout the year. Unlike 'Elegans', this form maintains its verdant appearance even in winter, creating a lush year-round presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring: Fresh bright green new growth emerges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer: Lush green feathery foliage creates soft texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutumn: Maintains bright green colour as other plants fade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWinter: Provides vibrant evergreen presence in winter garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetains bright green colour year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully hardy to -20°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft juvenile foliage unlike typical conifers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelops attractive irregular pyramidal form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for year-round structure and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecimen planting, evergreen structure in mixed borders, Japanese-inspired gardens, providing vertical accents, and year-round colour. The consistent green colour makes it valuable for creating reliable backdrops in planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in moist, well-drained acid to neutral soil in sun or part shade. Prefers shelter from cold drying winds. Water well during establishment and in dry spells. Mulch annually to retain moisture. Minimal pruning required; lightly trim in spring if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombines beautifully with ornamental grasses, ferns, Hostas, Bamboo, Japanese Maples, and shade-tolerant perennials. The consistent green provides excellent contrast to purple-leaved plants and golden conifers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA distinctive evergreen conifer offering soft texture and reliable bright green colour throughout the year, perfect for adding architectural interest without seasonal colour changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56787526910278,"sku":"172387","price":8.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/99114a71-1ef5-4b7d-8397-4be7985f6e6d.jpg?v=1781533084","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/cryptomeria-japonica-elegans-viridis-japanese-cedar-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}