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Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Variegated Atlantic White Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 4'-12'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata' plant details

Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata' is an evergreen conifer shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 12 FT - tall
Uses: fragrant foliage, rain garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The aromatic fan-shaped foliage sprays of this small-medium conically-shaped conifer are about 1/2 variegated with bright-gold speckles. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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