Siberian Carpet Cypress
Microbiota decussata 'Prides' CELTIC PRIDE™
Cupressaceae
Growth habit
Dwarf Shrub
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection, Nevin Welcome Center
Source of plant
RareFIND Nursery, Garden Crossings, ShrubBucket
Description
Russian cypress is a hardy, low growing evergreen for sun or shade, but the species is often plagued with tip die-back. This selection solves that as it has superior disease resistance and winter color. Celtic Pride's green foliage turns an attractive russet color in winter. This is an excellent, very cold-hardy plant with better shade tolerance than junipers.
USDA Hardiness Zone
2
Special characteristics
growth habit, hardiness, notable texture, intermediate conifer