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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Aurora'

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Aurora'

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Genus: Chamaecyparis
Family: Cupressaceae

About this plant

A dwarf, slow-growing conifer, compact and broadly conical in shape, with flattened sprays of rich, golden foliage. Colour deepens in winter.

Growing Information

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

H7

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

LoamChalkSandyClay

pH

Acid

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Neutral

Alkaline

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

South FacingWest FacingEast FacingNorth Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in any well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun or part shade

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by grafting in late winter or early spring

Pests

May be susceptible to damage from aphids

Diseases

May be susceptible to phytophthora root rot, honey fungus and Coryneum canker

Garden Uses

Uses

City CourtyardWall Side Borders

Planting Places

Outdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Climbing

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years