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Slender Hinoki False Cypress

Scientific name: Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis'
Taxonomy
Family:Cupressaceae
Type:Coniferous trees
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:4 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Medium
Plant Characteristics
Height:15 ft
Width:6 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Gracilis Hinoki cypress is widely sold in the Northwest‘s ornamental nursery trade for its open-branched narrow pyramidal form with gracefully arching branchlets.

  Morphology:
This species is a slow-growing conifer that typically attains a height of 8`-15` but only 6` wide. Needles are deep green in color. In the spring new growth is reddish. Over the summer months the foliage consists of curled sprays. Branches are outspread and arching and usually somewhat irregular.

  Adaptation:
For optimum growth this species needs full un-interrupted full sun. This cultivar is can be arranged in rows to form a screen or a sheared hedge. Because of its narrow stature it is often planted close to buildings. Select a site with well-drained soil and acidic pH.

  Pests:
None reported.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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