Cedar, Weeping Alaskan 6-7'

Weeping Alaskan Cedar
Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula'

• Height: Generally 20–30 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climates
• Spread: Approximately 6–10 feet wide
• Spacing: Plant 6–10 feet apart to showcase its beautiful, cascading form
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Evergreen

Description

Weeping Alaskan Cedar creates a magnificent statement with its slender trunk and draping branches cloaked in soft, deep-green needles. This satisfying conifer provides year-round interest, contributing a refreshing vertical accent to the landscape. Whether featured as a showstopper specimen or paired with other evergreens, its weeping habit and polished presence bring a grand sense of elegance to any setting.

General Care

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4–6 hours of direct light for its finest growth.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; mixing organic matter into heavier soils helps improve drainage.
• Watering: Water consistently during the first few years to establish a strong root system; once mature, it tolerates brief dry spells but benefits from regular moisture in extended heat.
• Mulching: A 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperatures. Keep mulch slightly away from the trunk to promote healthy airflow.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning is necessary; remove only damaged or crossing branches in late winter or early spring to maintain its stunning, tidy silhouette.

Weeping Alaskan Cedar delivers a fresh and inspiring vertical focus to Michigan landscapes, showcasing a refined profile and year-round beauty that remains truly impressive over time.