Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara'
Also Known As
- Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime Sarara'
- Hime sarara Miniature Sawara Cypress
Plant type
shrub, conifer
size
- H: 2"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara' plant details
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 pisifera 'Hime-sawara'
- Plant type: conifer shrub
- Plant family: cupressaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 2 IN tall
- Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Kigi Nursery
Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara' plant
How to Grow Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Hime-sawara'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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