Japanese Red Cedar – Cryptomeria japonica 150 Seeds | Evergreen Conifer | Bonsai Friendly Fast Growing Ornamental | Moist Soil Loving | Screen & Specimen Tree

Grow your own Japanese Red Cedar from seed and enjoy a graceful, fast-growing evergreen prized for its elegant pyramidal form and striking reddish bark. Cryptomeria japonica, also known as Sugi or Japanese Cedar, is native to Japan and China and has been cultivated for centuries as a specimen and avenue tree.

This tall, cone-shaped evergreen features soft bluish-green foliage arranged in spiraling ranks that completely cloak the twigs. Its thick reddish-brown bark peels attractively in long strips, adding year-round interest. In its native habitat it can exceed 180 feet tall, though landscape trees typically mature around 40–60 feet.

Japanese Red Cedar is excellent for privacy screens, windbreaks, large landscape plantings, bonsai, and Christmas tree production. The 150-seed pack is ideal for nursery starts, larger planting projects, and bulk growers.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 150 Japanese Red Cedar seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Japanese Red Cedar, Japanese Cedar, Sugi
Botanical Name: Cryptomeria japonica
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Rich, deep, moist, well-drained soil with organic matter
Watering: Normal to moist; low drought tolerance
Mature Height: 60–180 feet (typically smaller in cultivation)
Growth Rate: Fast to moderate
USDA Zones: 6–9 (possibly 5 with protection)
Container Friendly: Yes (excellent for bonsai when young)

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours before planting. Cold stratify for 60–90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1/8 inch deep and keep evenly moist during germination. Protect young seedlings from drying winds and extreme heat.