Chamaecyparis False Cypress

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'White Pygmy' is a dwarf form of Sawara cypress with variegated foliage. The base color of the foliage on 'White Pygmy' is a lime green with white variegation at the tips of each branch. 'White Pygmy' is a dwarf conifer that grows into a bun shape as it matures. For best color place 'White Pygmy' in partial to full shade.  10 Year Size: Height: 1-2 feet   Width: 1-2 feet

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Golden Sands' is a dwarf variegated form of Sawara cypress. 'Golden Sands' has lime green foliage with creamy white variegation sprinkled in. 'Golden Sands' will grow into a short vase shaped shrub at maturity. 10 Year Size: Height: 4-6 feet   Width: 2-4 feet 

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Melody' is a dwarf Hinoki cypress with an upright habit and light, lacy foliage. This soft and airy foliage has a bright lime-green almost yellow color to it. The texture of 'Melody' is sure to offer excellent contrast to all other plants in your garden. 10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet   Width: 1-2 feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Gimborn’s Beauty’ is a hinoki cypress with blue-green foliage. ‘Gimborn’s Beauty’ has a conical growing shape that will eventually reach about 12 feet tall. ‘Gimborn’s Beauty’ is a wonderful bluish alternative to other green hinoki options.10 Year Size: Height: 10-12 feet Width: 6-8 feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nicky' is a rare dwarf Hinoki cypress with emerald green foliage. 'Nicky' has an upright and conical growth habit but stays miniature even at maturity. 'Nicky' is a very slow grower that works great for bonsai or rock gardens. 10 Year Size: Height: 2-3 feet   Width: 1-2 feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Sunny Swirl’ is an excellent dwarf conifer that twisted branches that set this plant apart. The tips of some of the branches also fuse together creating attractive fasciations. ‘Sunny Swirl’ grows upright and conical forming a small, bushy tree.10 Year Size: Height: 5-7 feet Width: 4-5 feet

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cream Ball' is characterized by its dense, globe-shaped growth habit, which forms a perfectly symmetrical mound. It typically reaches a mature height of around 3 to 4 feet with a similar spread, making it an excellent choice for small gardens, borders, and even container planting. The most striking feature of this cultivar is its foliage, which showcases a stunning blend of creamy-yellow and vibrant green hues. The soft, feathery needles create a delightful contrast, with the cream color dominating the interior of the plant, while the green needles line the outer layer. This coloration remains consistent throughout the year, providing a reliable and attractive display in various seasons.  'Cream Ball' is a low-maintenance plant that is relatively tolerant of different soil types, but it prefers well-draining soils. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, and once established, it shows good resilience to drought and heat, making it suitable for various climates and regions. In addition to its ornamental appeal, Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cream Ball' also serves practical purposes in landscaping. Its compact size and shape make it an ideal choice for formal garden settings, border edging, or as a striking focal point within a mixed perennial bed. Additionally, it can be used to add structure and interest to Japanese or Zen gardens. Overall, Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cream Ball' is a beautiful and versatile evergreen shrub that brings a touch of sophistication to any garden or landscape. Its pleasing aesthetics, combined with its easy-care nature, make it a popular choice among gardeners and landscapers alike, adding a touch of elegance to outdoor spaces. 10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet   Width: 2-4 feet 

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Reis Dwarf’ is a dwarf form of hinoki cypress that makes an exceptional selection for bonsai. ‘Reis Dwarf’ will grow to be slightly taller than wide at maturity if left alone. ‘Reis Dwarf’ does take well to pruning, however and can be kept into a very nice shape. ‘Reis Dwarf’ has very attractive, green foliage that sprays out horizontally. 10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet Width: 2-4 feet

Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Silver Lode’ is a unique, shrubby cypress with interesting and subtle variegation. The cream variegation is sprinkled all over this dwarf cultivar and makes it a special plant for any landscape. 10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet Width: 2-4 feetColor: Green with Cream VarigationSun Tolerance: Partial

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Kamaeni hiba’ is a great little hinoki cypress with bright yellow foliage when grown in more sun, the yellow fades when placed in too much shade.  The twisted and clustered branches of this little guy give it a very interesting texture that should earn it a spot in every garden. 10 year size:   Height: 2-3 Feet   Width: 2-3 Feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Dainty Doll’ is a dwarf form of hinoki cypress with dark green color. ‘Dainty Doll’ grows at an extremely slow rate of just a few inches per year. ‘Dainty Doll’ grows into an irregular shaped, small pyramid with sprays of upward growth. 10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet Width: 2-4 feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Rashahiba variegata’ is a short, shrublike hinoki cypress with golden yellow color. The foliage of ‘Rashahiba variegata’ is small and slightly fasciated. ‘Rashahiba variegata’ should be planted in partial to full sun to maintain the golden color of the foliage.10 Year Size: Height: 2-4 feet Width: 2-4 feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Kosteri’ is a small upright conical shrub. 'Kosteri' grows almost as wide as it does tall. As if the rich green foliage and the chocolate colored bark were not enough to make 'Kosteri' beautiful,  add the fact that the leaves tend to curl downward on the ends and you get one of the most regal forms in the garden and one of my favorite conifers. In hotter climates 'Kosteri' benefits from some shade but do not give it to much as to much shade will make it thin.10 year size:   Height: 3-4 Feet   Width: 2-3 Feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Green Cushion' is a dwarf variety of Hinoki cypress. 'Green Cushion' is a very slow and small growing conifer. 'Green cushion' grows into a small bun shape that will look somewhat like a pin cushion. This is probably the smallest plant we grow at Maple Ridge Nursery. 'Green cushion' has soft emerald green foliage that is very attractive. This is a great dwarf conifer for rock gardens. 10 Year Size: Height: 6-12 inches   Width: 1-2 feet

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Baby Blue Ice' is a tight pyramidal Sawara cypress with bright blue color. This is one of the bluest trees that we grow at Maple Ridge Nursery. This blue color provides a major contrast to all other traditional colors in the landscape.  10 Year Size: Height: 3-4 feet   Width: 2-3 feet

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gitte' is a dwarf variety of hinoki cypress with long stringy foliage. This foliage is a golden yellow color and occasionally fasciates at the tips. 'Gitte' will develop into a dense, cushion like shape at maturity. 10 Year Size: Height: 1-2 feet   Width: 1-2 feet