Little John Hinoki Falsecypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Little John'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Little John'
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Foliage: Green
Fall Foliage: Green Fruit: Cones Habit/Form: Mounded Uses: General Garden Use, Rock Gardens |
Zone Hardiness: 5
Plant Height: 4 -6 ft Plant Width: 3 - 4 ft Light: Sun/Part Shade Growth: Slow |
The outstanding character of the irregular, upright Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Little John’ comes from a combination of foliage types. Some of it is tight sprays of congested, twisting fans that cup gracefully downward, and some are longer, more open shoots with red stems that reach up and out. Bronze winter tones add seasonal interest. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.
This is a relatively low maintenance shrub. When pruning is necessary, it is recommended to only trim back the new growth of the current season, other than to remove any dieback. This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location.
This is a relatively low maintenance shrub. When pruning is necessary, it is recommended to only trim back the new growth of the current season, other than to remove any dieback. This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location.
