Buy Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sunspray'

Also Known As

Sunspray Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 10'

planting zones

5a-8b

6-9 hd - (18 inch) - 2 gallon | $136

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12-15” hd (24” Std) | $176

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sunspray' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sunspray' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with gold 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 'Sunspray'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 6 wide, 4 - 10 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, easy-to-grow, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sunspray'

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

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Sunspray' A dwarf golden form of Japanese Hinoki. A conical upright plant with good gold foliage that does not burn. Very attractive with no browning. Plant was introduced by Duncan & Davies in New Zealand around 1992.