Sciadopitys verticillata 'Arctic Emerald' (Japanese Umbrella Pine 'Arctic Emerald') is a slow-growing evergreen conifer prized for its unusual, glossy needles that radiate in whorls at the shoot tips, creating an umbrella-like look. You get strong year-round structure and a tidy, pyramidal silhouette that stands out as a specimen in beds, near entries, or as a focal point in an Asian-inspired planting.

Give your plant a spot with moist, well-drained soil and consistent moisture while it establishes. In cooler regions it can take full sun, but in warmer or exposed sites your plant will appreciate afternoon shade and shelter from drying winds. A mulch ring helps keep roots evenly cool and moist; keep mulch off the trunk to avoid rot.

Plan ahead for mature size. Even as a slow grower, it can eventually reach about 20-30 feet tall and 10-15 feet wide, so site it where it will not crowd walks, walls, or overhead lines. Little pruning is needed beyond removing dead or damaged growth; avoid heavy shearing so the natural form stays clean and architectural.

Hardy in USDA Zones 5-7, this tree is best treated as a long-term investment: steady growth, evergreen texture, and distinctive foliage that looks good in every season.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-7 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Slow
• Mature height: 240-360"
• Spread: 120-180"
• Evergreen: Yes

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