How to tend a Calocedrus macrolepis

Also known as: Libocedrus macrolepis (Kurz) Benth. & Hook.f., Thuja macrolepis (Kurz) Voss, Heyderia macrolepis (Kurz) H.L.Li, Calocedrus macrolepis var. macrolepis

Watering

Resistant to flood, water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, grows in sunny places

Soil

Fertile calcareous soil or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove dead, rotten, diseased leaves and the parts that may affect the good appearance

About this plant

Origin
China
Category
Cupressaceae, Calocedrus
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period March-May, fruiting period October-November in the next year
Flower colors
Leaf color dark green, fruit color red brown
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