Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Curly Tops' (Japanese Falsecypress)


Botanical Information

FamilyCupressaceae
GenusChamaecyparis
Speciespisifera
Cultivar'Curly Tops'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4-8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height0.9-1.5 m
Spread0.9-1.5 m
GrowthSlow

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeIt is best grown in average, medium, well-drained soils and can be planted in either full sun or part shade but shelter from the winds.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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