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Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea'

Also Known As

  • Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulfurea'
  • Squarrosa Sulphurea Japanese False Cypress
  • Squarrosa Sulphurea Sawara False Cypress

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea' plant details

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea' is an evergreen conifer tree with chartreuse, gold and green foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The highly decorative "frizzy" foliage of the species has been "magically" changed to a showy (but sun-sensitive) silvery-yellow on this conical semi-dwarf variety. PSh/M
Rich yellow foliage fused with light green. Protect from hot summer sun. Gorgeous foliage plant.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Sulphurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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