Hinoki False Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Mariesii'
Cupressaceae
Other names
Hinoki Cypress, Tree Of The Sun, Japanese Cypress
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Iseli Nursery
Description
An attractive, slow growing conical conifer with loose filamentous green foliage that is variegated milky white. Succeeds best with shelter from frost, wind and direct sunlight. In ten years 25-30 × 25-30cm. Possibly now more than one clone is in cultivation. Probably originated in Japan before 1891.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
dwarf conifer, winter interest, foliage characteristics