Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Filifera'

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Threadleaf False Cypress

 
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This tree can reach 150' height and has a slender, pyramidal outline with an open, branching habit. The yellow-green foliage will highlight the loose lower branches to reveal a slender, reddish-brown trunk.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Red

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese

 

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Lawn, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.