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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Meroke'

Common Name:
Hinoki cypress
Plant Type:
Evergreen shrub
Family:
Cupressaceae (The Cypress Family)
Geographic Origin:
Japan and East Asia
California Native?:
No
Plant Size:
3-5 feet
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Foundation plantings
Flowering Season:
Not Applicable
Flower Color:
Not applicable
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil
Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less
Golden new growth and an erect form distinguish this shapely, slow growing Hinoki cypress cultivar. Foliage will be more lime yellow when plants are grown in shade. Great foundation plant.