Kochia ( Summer Cypress)
Soft and Fluffy…like a Natural Carpet! Red Kochia, a Different yet Tasteful View
Kochia (Or: Summer Cypress), in Summer is green but it turning reddish in October and becoming deep red in the autumn season, are very much impressive.
From a distance, they look like a sea of red.like a soft, fluffy carpet. It offers something different
kochia grow to be round and fluffy – their unique wobbles and soft texture bring joy to all who see them!
Their size start from 15 cm to 70–80 cm during summer. And they gradually turn their colour from green to red from July to October.
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Beautiful Kochia Spot Around Japan
Below is a list of beautiful Kochia spot around Japan that we visited and recommend. Click on what you find interested for reading more.
Chubu:
Oishi Park
Located in Yamanashi Prefecture.
A scenic park where you can enjoy the view of flowers, the Lake Kawaguchi-ko and the majestic Mt. Fuji at the same time.
A popular park to see Kochia with Mount fuji!