hinoki cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Verdon'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
The hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Verdon') prefers humid and well-aerated soil. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to a depth of 2 to 3 inches. Watering can usually be done every 10-14 days, however, during hot weather it may be necessary to water more often. Make sure not to overwater or the roots may rot. During winter months, water less often, about once every 3 weeks.
sunlight
Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Verdon') is a hardy evergreen conifer that typically prefers full sun to light shade. For optimal growth and health, this plant species needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. When grown in a shaded area, the foliage will become pale or yellow in color. It is important to provide adequate sunlight in order to ensure proper growth and development. Moreover, too much sunlight can cause burn damage to the foliage. Therefore, it is best to provide the hinoki cypress with filtered or indirect light for most of the day.
pruning
Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Verdon') does not need to be heavily pruned. To maintain its natural shape, lightly trim the longest branches and tips in mid- to late spring after new growth has formed at the base of the tree, or if the foliage starts to become congested. This type of pruning will help to encourage more even growth and should be done every 2 to 3 years, but should not be done more than once a year. It is important to not prune too much all at once, as this may shock the plant and damage new growth in the process.
