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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Pygmaea'

Family Cupressaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Light light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The conifer Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Pygmaea' (pygmy hinoki false cypress) bears bright yellow blooms during mid spring to late spring. The matte foliage is medium green and medium orange in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Pygmaea' (pygmy hinoki false cypress) has showy and exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Pygmaea' (pygmy hinoki false cypress) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, foundation, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics This conifer attracts birds to your garden.