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Chamaecyparis pisifera

Also Known As

Japanese False Cypress
Sawara cypress
Sawara false cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 70'
W: 20'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Chamaecyparis pisifera plant details

Chamaecyparis pisifera is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis pisifera

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 70 FT tall
Uses: shade tree, windbreak, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis pisifera

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

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".

By: Mini Forest By Sky

Pyramidal with a loose open habit, this conifer can reach 70' in height. The branchlets are covered with slender feathery sprays. Prefers lime free soils and does best in moist, loamy, well drained sunny locations. Loves a humid climate.