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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Saffron Spray'

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Saffron Spray'

Low Maintenance

Genus: Chamaecyparis
Family: Cupressaceae

About this plant

An evergreen, dwarf conifer forming a compact, rounded shrub growing to approximately 1.5m x 1m in 10 years. Its feathery grey-green foliage is flecked with saffron yellow.

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

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Neutral

Alkaline

Moisture

Poorly Drained

Aspect

South FacingNorth FacingEast FacingWest Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

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 CourtyardCottage InformalWall Side Borders

Planting Places

Outdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Bushy

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years