{"product_id":"cryptomeria-elegans-compacta-plant-10ltr-pot","title":"Cryptomeria 'Elegans Compacta' Conifer Plant - 10Ltr Pot","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCryptomeria japonica ‘Elegans Compacta’ – 3Ltr Pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduce beautiful texture and seasonal colour to your garden with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCryptomeria japonica ‘Elegans Compacta’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an attractive evergreen conifer originating from Japan. This distinctive variety is admired for its soft, feathery foliage, naturally rounded growth habit and cloud-like appearance. Its foliage develops attractive shades of purple during autumn, adding extra interest as the seasons change. Supplied in a 3-litre pot, it is an excellent choice for ornamental borders, Japanese-inspired gardens and contemporary planting schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, Feathery Foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fine, fluffy-looking evergreen foliage creates a distinctive, cloud-like texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasonal Purple Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foliage develops attractive purple tones in autumn and winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, Rounded Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Forms a dense, rounded shrub with a naturally sculptural appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Garden Character:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for oriental-inspired gardens and contemporary landscape designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Pruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Can be lightly trimmed or shaped to complement formal and informal planting schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear-Round Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides evergreen structure with additional seasonal colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdaptable and Hardy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for a range of garden conditions, including coastal locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in a 3Ltr Pot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An established young plant ready for planting in a suitable outdoor position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCryptomeria japonica ‘Elegans Compacta’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a distinctive ornamental conifer valued for its unusual foliage texture and graceful, rounded form. Originating from Japan, this member of the Cupressaceae family brings a soft, sculptural quality to garden planting, making it an excellent contrast to plants with bolder leaves or more architectural shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts fine, feathery foliage forms dense, billowing clouds of greenery, giving the shrub a naturally textured appearance. As autumn arrives, the foliage develops varying shades of soft purple, creating a beautiful seasonal display. These changing tones add depth and interest to borders, rockeries and Japanese-inspired gardens, particularly when combined with evergreen shrubs, ornamental grasses and decorative stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis compact variety is suitable for use as a feature plant, a textural backdrop or part of a carefully designed mixed border. Its naturally rounded shape can be enjoyed without regular shaping, or it can be lightly pruned to maintain a particular outline. This versatility makes it equally appealing in relaxed naturalistic settings and more structured contemporary gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCryptomeria japonica ‘Elegans Compacta’ is adaptable to a range of soil types and can tolerate coastal exposure. For best results, choose a position with suitable drainage and provide regular watering while the plant establishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt typically reaches around 1 metre in height and spread after ten years, eventually developing into a larger shrub of approximately 2.5 metres tall and wide over 20–30 years, depending on growing conditions. Its gradual development makes it a rewarding long-term addition to the garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in a 3-litre pot, this attractive Japanese conifer is ideal for gardeners seeking unusual foliage, seasonal colour and lasting ornamental structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cryptomeria japonica ‘Elegans Compacta’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact Japanese Cedar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cupressaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen coniferous shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3-litre pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft, fine and feathery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasonal Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Green foliage developing purple tones in autumn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dense, rounded and cloud-like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Height and Spread After 10 Years:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1m × 1m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Mature Height and Spread After 20–30 Years:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5m × 2.5m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Adaptable to a range of soil types\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A suitable outdoor garden position with good growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExposure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Can tolerate coastal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Responds well to pruning and shaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japanese gardens, contemporary borders, specimen planting and ornamental shrub displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a Suitable Position:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select a garden location that provides enough space for the shrub to develop its rounded form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare the Soil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cryptomeria is adaptable to different soil types; ensure the planting area drains suitably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater During Establishment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water thoroughly after planting and keep the root zone consistently moist while the plant establishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonitor During Dry Weather:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water during prolonged dry spells, particularly while the plant is young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrune to Shape if Desired:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lightly trim to maintain a rounded outline or create a more structured ornamental form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid Excessive Cutting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Although it responds well to pruning, avoid cutting deeply into old, bare wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake the Most of Seasonal Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Combine with dark green evergreens or contrasting foliage plants to highlight its autumn purple tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow Room for Maturity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leave sufficient space for the shrub to reach its potential size of approximately 2.5 metres in height and spread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Cryptomeria japonica ‘Elegans Compacta’ for its soft, cloud-like foliage, attractive seasonal purple tones and naturally rounded shape. Supplied in a 3-litre pot, this distinctive Japanese conifer makes a beautiful feature in ornamental borders, contemporary landscapes and oriental-inspired gardens, offering year-round texture and long-lasting appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position \u0026amp; conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John Richards Nurseries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60166193348992,"sku":"30253921","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/conifer-plants-evergreen-shrubs-and-trees_jpg_8a293926-df6f-4606-a6b1-89437a47dc2a.jpg?v=1792506748","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/cryptomeria-elegans-compacta-plant-10ltr-pot","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}