Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Spiralis'

Also Known As

Spiralis Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 5'
W: 2'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Spiralis' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Spiralis' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. and brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Spiralis'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Uses: border plant, columnar, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, twining, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Spiralis'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Distinctively twisted and cupped branches distinguish this dwarf, conically-upright conifer; slow growth to 2'. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Dramatic form on this upright hinoki cypress is characterized by dark green foliage and swirling branches. One of the most unique Hinoki cypress

By: Conifer Kingdom

Has swirling deep green needles on somewhat twisted stems. This upright grower will get 4’ tall and 2’ wide.

By: Gossler Farms

Dark green foliage grows in a spiral, upright and outward pattern. Forms an unusual obelisk in the garden.

By: Bloom River Gardens

This upright Hinoki has a narrow form and a deep dark green texture. It is slow growing 3-6" per year with branches spiraling outward and upward from the trunk. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

Nice dwarf upright Japanese Hinoki Cypress. Deep green leaves on tight stems on an upright narrow plant. Leaves almost in twisted whorls. Good for troughs. Found around 1939 in England.