Cupressus nootkatensis 'Van den Akker'

Also Known As

Callitropsis nootkatensis 'Van den Akker'
Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Van Den Akker'
Xanthocyparis nootkatensis 'Van den Aker'
Van den Akker False Cypress
Van den Akker Narrow Alaskan Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Cupressus nootkatensis 'Van den Akker' plant details

Cupressus nootkatensis 'Van den Akker' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus nootkatensis 'Van den Akker'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus nootkatensis 'Van den Akker'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The most narrow form of nootkatensis to date. An outstanding sentinal, and perfect for that visually upright element in your garden. This was recently re-classified from Chamaecyparis nootkatensis.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Very columnar evergreen conifer with short, weeping branches full of dark green foliage. Usually wider at the base of the tree and very narrow towards the tip. Excellent choice for a narrow spot in the garden where a vertical accent would be appreciated. Growth Rate fast, 12"+ annually

By: Garden World

One of the most narrow conifers in existence. This variety is only about 1' wide when it is 8' tall. Sporadic side branches give unique character, or can be removed for a perfectly-narrow vertical element. Green foliage.

By: Conifer Kingdom

An very narrow, weeping upright conifer with lacy green foliage. An outstanding "sentinel," providing an impressive vertical element to the garden.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Weeping Alaskan Cedar. Main leader straight up with all laterals going straight down. Narrowest form we know of at 20' tall and only 1' wide. Grows about 2' a year. Give full sun.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Chamaeycparis nootkatensis 'Van Den Aker' - A weeping Alaskan Cedar. Main leader straight up with all laterals going straight down. Narrowest form we know of, 20' tall and only 1' wide. Native to Northwest America. Grows 2' a year.

By: Kigi Nursery

Exceedingly narrow erect selection that is very ornamental. 20' tall by 2' wide. Prune any erratic side branches for best form.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

This false cypress is supposed to be even narrower than C. n. 'Green Arrow'. Haven't seen a mature plant but 'Green Arrow' is already a beautiful plant and C. n. 'Van den Akker' sounds wonderful.