Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cumulus'

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cumulus' plant details

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cumulus' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - occasional 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 'Cumulus'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, edging plant, miniature, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cumulus'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A choice sport from Chamaecyparis p. 'Tsucomo' with light blue, juvenile foliage. Stays small and tight without shearing. Great choice for miniature railroads and other confined spaces.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Cumulus has blue green foliage in a tight ball. This miniature is a sport of another miniature, Tsukumo and stays smaller than it’s parent! Named after the cumulus cloud it looks light and fluffy, is soft to the touch. Photo shows one foot tall older plant, natural shape. LiveScale miniature perfection for troughs, garden railroads, Fairy gardens and all small scale scenes, or as a show plant in a collector’s garden. Shipping size 2-3 inches