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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf'
Also Known As
- Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf Sport'
- Cupressus obtusa 'Elf'
- Elf Hinoki Cypress
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 8"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf' plant details
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. 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 'Elf'
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: cupressaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Resistant to: pollution, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Kigi Nursery
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
By: Avant Gardens
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Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf' plant
How to Grow Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Elf'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Soil Needs
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Fruit
- brown
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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aka Chamaecyparis 'Nana Gracilis', Dwarf Hinoki Cypress, Hinoki Cypress
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 1'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
aka Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana True', Dwarf Hinoki Cypress
Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Hinoki Cypress
Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
aka Stoneham Hinoki Cypress
Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 20'-30'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
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