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False Cypress — Chamaecyparis pisifera 'filifera aurea'

False Cypress

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'filifera aurea'

Cupressaceae · Shrub

False Cypress offers a diverse range of forms, sizes, and textures, from weeping to upright and feathery to thread-like foliage. Many varieties display captivating golden or blue-green hues, adding unique visual interest to any garden.

  • · Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil.
  • · Provide some afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent scorching.
  • · Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches.

At a glance

  • Growing zones: 4-8
  • Sun: Full sun to partial shade
  • Water: Moderate
  • Maintenance: Low
  • Type: Shrub
  • Mature size: 10-20 ft tall · 5-10 ft wide
  • Bloom season: Foliage only · N/A
  • Pollinator friendly: Not particularly
  • Container suitable: Yes
  • Cold tolerance: Hardy to -30F
  • Heat tolerance: Moderate
  • Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic
  • Growth rate: Moderate
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