Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Flabelliformis'

Also Known As

Flabelliformis Miniature Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 8"-24"
W: 12"-4'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Flabelliformis' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Flabelliformis' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and 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 'Flabelliformis'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 4 FT - wide, 8 IN - 24 IN - tall
Uses: compact, container plant, dwarf, formal-garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Flabelliformis'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very slow growth eventually to 2 feet. Tightly cupped foliage stays dark green year-round.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Flabelliformis' - A miniature green variety of Japanese Hinoki Cypress. Leaves slightly bluish on stems that grow out horizontally like flattened tiers. Nice plant for rock gardens and troughs. Introduced by W.H. Rogers Nursery in Chandlers Ford, Hants, England in 1939.