white cypress
Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Heatherbun'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
watering
White cypress requires moderate levels of water to thrive. During the first couple of weeks after planting, water the tree every few days and then taper off to once a week. In the summer, keep the soil moist but do not allow the tree to stand in water. During the fall, water less often, allowing the soil to dry out most of the time before watering the tree again. As a general rule, avoid watering the tree in the winter, as this could cause it to become dormant.
sunlight
White cypress (Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Heatherbun') needs full sun or partial shade. It does best when exposed to 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day to promote healthy growth and flowering. However, it is important not to place the plant in an area that receives too much direct sunlight as this can burn its foliage, especially when young. In general, light from mid-morning to mid-afternoon is best.
pruning
White cypress (Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Heatherbun') should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning is best kept light, focusing on removing dead, diseased, and overly long branches as well as opening up the interior canopy to allow more light and air to penetrate the branches. It is also recommended to lightly trim the tips of any new growth to maintain a more compact size.
