The Dawes Arboretum
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Sciadopitys verticillata 'Mecki'
Common name:
Mecki Japanese umbrella-pine
Family:
Sciadopityaceae
Distribution:
Species native to Japan
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 5
Life form:
Evergreen tree
Comments:
A very unusual and hardy evergreen miniature plant. One of the smaller clones available, having lustrous dark green, flat, rubbery textured needles. In winter often takes on bronze yellow-green color. This dwarf selection grows 2' tall and 1' wide over 20 years. A fabulous specimen with other dwarf conifers or rock garden. Retains good foliar interest year-round. Plant in full sun in moist, well-drained soil.
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CON: CO10
(CO10)
• Accession: D2012-0172.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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Individual