Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Lemon Thread'

Japanese false cypress, sawara false cypress or threadleaf false cypress

Family	Cupressaceae
Plant Type	conifer
Zone	USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	0.9 - 4 m (3 - 12 ft)
Spread	0.6 - 2 m (2 - 6.5 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to neutral

Description	The conifer Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Lemon Thread' (Japanese false cypress) bears medium green blossoms during mid-spring. The showy matte foliage is faded lime and dark lime in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Lemon Thread' (Japanese false cypress) has showy and fissured bark that is aromatic. A specimen plant, Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Lemon Thread' (Japanese false cypress) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Alpine or rock garden, border, container, foundation, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics	During winter Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Lemon Thread' lends winter interest to your garden.