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Buy Microbiota decussata Celtic Pride™

Scientific Name: Microbiota decussata 'Prides'

Also Known As

Microbiota decussata Celtic Pride®
Microbiota decussata CELTIC PRIDE™
Celtic Pride Russian Carpet Cypress
Celtic Pride Siberian Carpet Cypress
CYPRESS

Plant type

shrub, conifer, groundcover

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 4'-7'

planting zones

2a-9b

4 inch pot | $17

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Microbiota decussata Celtic Pride™ plant details

Microbiota decussata Celtic Pride™ is an evergreen groundcover conifer shrub with bronze and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Microbiota decussata Celtic Pride™

Plant type: groundcover conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 7 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: rock garden, winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Microbiota decussata Celtic Pride™

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Soft and lovely sprays of evergreen foliage on this low-growing 3? tall by 5? wide shrub; this selection has superior disease resistance and winter color, Microbiata=small living creature, that's latin you can love! S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

(SIBERIAN CYPRESS) Super hardy 1-3' tall ground cover spreading 5-6'; looks like a juniper with finely textured, evergreen, emerald foliage that turns rich bronze russet in winter. Graceful, arching branches. Sun to half day sun (enjoys relief from the ho

By: Secret Garden Growers

Looks like a juniper but it's not- this is an excellent plant for that tough spot in dry shade or sun. Hails from Siberia so you know it will take cold as well. Stays low and can be used as a groundcover or accent plant.