Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis' ~ Slender Hinoki False Cypress

 Slender Hinoki False Cypress is an evergreen conifer shrub with an open-branched pyramidal habit.  The graceful horizontal branches host soft deep green scale-like needles that bronze in winter.  Prefers full sun and moist well-drained soil. Type:  Shrub, Conifer Height:  8’ - 12’ Spread:  4’ - 5' Spacing:  4’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 8 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  N/A Season of Interest:  Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water regularly but needs well-drained soil.  Juniper blight, root rot, and certain insect pests can be issues if soil to wet. Shelter from hard winds.    LANDSCAPE USES: Specimen or Groups plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Rock Garden, Foundation Planting, Hedges, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Japanese Maple, Azalea, Heavenly Bamboo IMAGES: Photoets by F. D. Richards, (1) Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis' (Japan Heirloom) 2020 photo, (2) Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis' (Japan Hei