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Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Aurea Atlantic White Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Aurea' plant details

Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Aurea' is an evergreen conifer tree with chartreuse foliage. 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 thyoides 'Aurea'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Aurea'

USDA Zones: 3a - 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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dense conical-shaped shrub (to 15') forms a feathery, bronze-yellow accent in winter, a bright yellow one in summer. S/M
A slow growing (4-8" a year) conical tree with striking yellow-gold needles. Autumn brings an attractive bronze hue to the entire plant.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Aurea' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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