Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Cream Tart'

Also Known As

Cream Tart Miniature Japanese Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 18"-48"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Cream Tart' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Cream Tart' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 'Cream Tart'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 48 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Cream Tart'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Cream Tart' A miniature variegated form of Japanese Hinoki. Plant is a flat bun. Leaves are a dark green with cream colored variegation throughout. Plant will grow 1 inch a year. Plant found as a mutation on 'Chabo Yaderi' at Stanley & Sons Nursery in Boring, Oregon.