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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rigid Dwarf'

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rigid Dwarf'

Low Maintenance

Genus: Chamaecyparis
Family: Cupressaceae

About this plant

An evergreen, slow-growing dwarf conifer with glossy, dark green foliage and stiff, upright branches giving it a narrow, erect form.

Growing Information

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

H7

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 DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

South FacingNorth FacingWest FacingEast Facing

Exposure

ExposedSheltered

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by grafting in late winter or early spring

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

May be susceptible to phytophthora root rot and honey fungus

Garden Uses

Uses

City CourtyardPatio ContainerWall Side Borders

Planting Places

OutdoorConservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Climbing

Time to Full Height

Twenty To Fifty Years