Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa
In growth
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 10-20 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 50+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic |
| Soil pH | 5.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Non-native |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | None |
| Fruit | Cone |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Seed, cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Japanese Maples, Azaleas |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply during dry spells until established.
Maintenance
Minimal pruning required; remove dead wood.
Cleanup
Rake up dropped inner scales in late fall.
Notes
Highly prized evergreen for structural interest and winter color.