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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Split Rock'

Common Name:
Hinoki cypress
Plant Type:
Evergreen tree
Family:
Cupressaceae (The Cypress Family)
Geographic Origin:
Japan and East Asia
California Native?:
No

Plant Size:
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

This ornamental conifer keeps a dense, pyramidal form to 5 feet high. Curved sprays of blue juvenile leaves turn green at maturity creating an interesting effect year round.