Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowkist'

Also Known As

Snowkist Dwarf Hinoki Cypress
Snowkist Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowkist' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowkist' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. 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 'Snowkist'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowkist'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very limited number available. Needs plenty of light to get the variegation to show up. The plant will be slow growing with deep green needles and splashes of white variegation.

By: Gossler Farms

Magnificent dark green foliage is highlighted with sprays of creamy-white tips mixed in. Grows slower and not as high as C. o. 'Nana Gracilis'

By: Bloom River Gardens

This is an excellent plant for small landscapes and rock gardens. It has magnificent dark green foliage with creamy white variegated tips. It is a wonderful addition to any landscape that will not overwhelm surrounding plants. Growth Rate slow, less than 3" annually

By: Garden World

Chamaecyparis obtusa ' Snowkist ' A dwarf variegated variety of Japanese Hinoki. Plant grows in a conical upright at 3 inches a year like 'Nana Gracilis'. On the tip of dark green leaves, is a ridge of white, like snow topped. Found around 1981, by Goddard of Vancouver Is. B.C..

By: Kigi Nursery

Creamy-white variegation on a dense, tiny green bun. Irregular shape USDA Zones 4-8

By: Lael's Moon Garden

MINIATURE. 'Snowkist' has the same growth pattern as 'Nana Gracilis', except at the top of each tear shaped stem there is a white variegation. Slow growth makes an exceptional plant.