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Also Known As

  • Cupressus obtusa 'Snowflake'
  • Snowflake Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowflake' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowflake' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue, green and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture 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, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowflake'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowflake'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf Hinoki that is green with white flecks of variegated foliage resembling that of snowflakes.
Chamaecyparis obtusa ' Snowflake ' A juvenile foliage Hinoki spattered with cream-white variegation. Plant is a sage green with variegated spots throughout. Plant is conical but fat. Give plenty of air circulation because of the tight foliage.
We love these fluffy little conifers as container centerpieces. Good blue green color with flecks of variegation make them so interesting with annuals. Good as structural companions in the perennial borders.

By: Specialty Ornamentals

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowflake' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Snowflake'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

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

    • pollution tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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