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Large conical form, dense, bluish-green foliage in summer, turning a plum purple colour in winter. This light and smooth foliage retains its juvenile aspect. Browny red bark, flaking in thin vertical strips. A good conifer for large flowerbeds with heathland soil, rock gardens, isolated or forming hedges. Robust plant. Slightly chalky soils are tolerated. Synonym : 'Yamara-sugi'.