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Buy Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Bess'

Also Known As

Bess Hinoki False Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Bess' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Bess' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular 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 Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Bess'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: columnar, miniature, twining, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Bess'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright growing false cypress. The narrow small growing conifer is always a focal point in the garden. Slow to 3'-4' in many years.

By: Gossler Farms

In full sun, Bess takes on a dense, narrowly conical habit with artful congested dark green foliage. Branching tends to be a bit more open when grown in shade. A rare combination of extremely slow growth and a narrow, upright habit! Found and named by Joe