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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Kerdalo'

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Kerdalo'

Low Maintenance

Genus: Chamaecyparis
Family: Cupressaceae

About this plant

An attractive dwarf conifer with a dense, spreading habit and irregularly globose form. Its bright golden yellow sprays of feathery foliage colour up best in full sun or light shade.

Growing Information

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Hardiness

H5

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

ChalkLoamSandyClay

pH

Acid

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Neutral

Alkaline

Moisture

Poorly Drained

Aspect

South FacingNorth FacingWest FacingEast Facing

Exposure

ExposedSheltered

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in moist, well drained, fertile soil in sun or light shade. Full sun is needed to produce the best leaf colour.

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by grafting or by semi-hardwood cuttings

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

May be susceptible to phytophthora and honey fungus

Garden Uses

Uses

City CourtyardWall Side Borders

Planting Places

Outdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years