| | | Family | Cupressaceae | | Plant Type | conifer | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft) | | Spread | 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | loam | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | The showy foliage is medium lime in colour and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, edging, ground cover and foundation. | | Special Characteristics | In the winter, Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Vintage Gold' provides winter interest. | | |