Cypress, Dwarf Hinoki #7
Dwarf Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Gracilis'
- Height: Typically 3–5 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
- Spread: Approximately 3–4 feet wide
- Spacing: Plant 3–4 feet apart for a tidy, refined display
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Evergreen
Description
Dwarf Hinoki Cypress offers a stunning, compact silhouette that brings a modern splash of evergreen elegance to any landscape. Its beautifully textured, sculpted foliage creates a polished focal point, while the subtle, pleasing fragrance adds a refreshing layer of interest. Ideal for small-scale plantings and container displays, this conifer thrives in Michigan’s cooler conditions, delivering consistent, year-round appeal and a refined architectural form that elevates any outdoor setting.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4–6 hours of direct light daily for optimal growth.
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots; once established, water as needed during prolonged dry periods.
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base to help conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch slightly away from the trunk to promote proper airflow.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is needed; remove only dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring to maintain its neat, tidy form.
Dwarf Hinoki Cypress adds a refreshing and inspiring accent to Michigan landscapes, offering a compact yet sophisticated evergreen presence that transforms any space with its elegant texture and subtle fragrance.