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Also Known As

  • Melody Hinoki Cypress
  • Melody Hinoki False Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'-10'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, pyramidal, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lacy, golden-yellow foliage hangs gracefully from each branch of this upright, dwarf conifer. Color changes to a beautiful orange-bronze in winter, while showing no sign of burn in full sun during the summer.
A soft lacy open evergreen. The muted green and yellow foliage is very attractive all year. Should get 8’-10’ tall and make a pretty addition to anyone’s garden. Can grow in full sun and maintain the golden color.
A great dwarf conifer selection with yellow foliage that can take the full sun. Growth Rate slow
A truly outstanding dwarf Hinoki Cypress. This variety will form a narrow, compact slow-growing tree. Lacy foliage is lemon-yellow to white-yellow on the sprays. This variety will take full sun if grown in a moist location.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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