Grannies’ ringlets (Cryptomeria japonica ‘Spiralis’)

Grannies’ ringlets (Cryptomeria japonica ‘Spiralis’) is a conifer that can grow 3m – 8m tall and 3m – 8m wide.

This plant is commonly known as grannies’ ringlets.

This is a evergreen plant that takes 20-50 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: grannies’ ringlets
Scientific name: Cryptomeria japonica ‘Spiralis’
Plant type: Conifers, Trees
Habit: Bushy
Height: 3m – 8m
Spread: 3m – 8m
Foliage: Evergreen
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained
Garden type: Architectural, City & Courtyard Gardens
Planting type: Low Maintenance
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit

Seasonal colors

How to plant Grannies’ ringlets (Cryptomeria japonica ‘Spiralis’) – Ellywa, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultivation profiles – Growing Grannies’ ringlets (Cryptomeria japonica ‘Spiralis’) – Photo by David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons