japanese evergreen trees
Japanese evergreen trees offer New Zealand gardeners a stunning combination of year-round foliage, elegant form, and easy care. Whether you’re creating a tranquil Japanese-inspired landscape or simply searching for hardy evergreens to enrich your garden, these trees are admired for their lush greenery and sculptural shapes. From fine-needled conifers to glossy-leaved hollies and tropical-looking aralias, Japanese evergreen species bring both structure and beauty to outdoor spaces across Aotearoa.
Cryptomeria japonica Egmont
Cryptomeria japonica Egmont, commonly known as Japanese Cedar, is an evergreen tree that makes an exceptional and hardy shelterbelt. It features dense, dark green foliage held on short stems and grows with an upright habit. Left untrimmed it will reach 30 m tall and 8 m wide but it is often trimmed to much smaller sizes. Cryptomeria japonica Egmont is commonly planted for shelter and screening where a hardy evergreen is required. Plants should be spaced 1.5 m apart in these situations.
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Ilex crenata (Japanese Holly)
Ilex crenata, commonly known as Japanese Holly, is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its small, glossy green leaves that resemble boxwood. Ideal for low hedges, topiary, and formal borders, it provides year-round structure and greenery. Japanese Holly thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil. It responds well to clipping and shaping, making it an excellent choice for tidy, structured gardens throughout New Zealand. Low maintenance and hardy once established.
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