Sciadopitys is a totally hardy evergreen conifer native to Japan Flower in May Will tollerate light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soil. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It requires moist or wet soil.
Prefers a postion out of strong wind.