Conifer Database - Kilmacurragh

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Cryptomeria japonica ‘Kilmacurragh’

Cryptomeria japonica 'Kilmacurragh' is a flattened-globose, dwarf selection of Japanese cedar with irregular branching and numerous fasciations at the branch ends. Foliage is a combination of adult and juvenile foliage that is colored medium green during the growing season, becoming bronze with the onset of winter. After 10 years of growth, a mature specimen will measure 24 inches (60 cm) tall and wide, an annual growth rate of 2 to 3 inches (5 - 7.5 cm).

This cultivar originated in Kilmacurragh, Rathdrum, Country Wicklow, Ireland. Humphrey Welch first published the name and described the plant in his 1966 book, Dwarf Conifers: A Complete Guide. The nature of this conifer's origin is unfortunately unknown. Many describe this conifer as a dwarf from of C. japonica 'Cristata.'




Cryptomeria japonica

Cryptomeria japonica

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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Medium Green
GROWTH SHAPE:Globe or Globose
GROWTH SIZE:Dwarf: 1 to 6 inches (2.5 – 15 cm) per year / 1 to 5 feet (0.3 – 1.5 m) after 10 years
ORIGIN:Seedling Selection


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