Cypress, Mariesii Hinoki #3
Mariessi Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Mariessi'
- Height: Typically 8–10 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
- Spread: Approximately 4–6 feet wide
- Spacing: Plant 4–6 feet apart for a neat, polished display
- Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
- Evergreen
Description
Mariessi Hinoki Cypress offers a stunning architectural focal point for Michigan landscapes. This remarkable evergreen presents a compact, columnar form with lush, deep-green foliage and a subtle, spicy fragrance that adds an extra layer of sensory delight. Its refined, textured silhouette remains consistently beautiful throughout the seasons, making it an inspiring choice for smaller spaces or container plantings. While it does not produce notable blooms or edible fruit, its distinctive shape and elegant presence speak for themselves, ensuring a captivating and modern addition to any outdoor setting.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light daily for optimal development.
- Watering: Ensure regular moisture during the establishment phase; once established, it tolerates brief dry periods but benefits from consistent watering during extended dry periods.
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch slightly away from the trunk to encourage proper airflow.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is needed; simply remove any dead or crossing branches in late winter or early spring to maintain its tidy, inspiring form.
Mariessi Hinoki Cypress delivers a captivating blend of refined evergreen elegance and architectural interest, elevating Michigan landscapes with its polished form and refreshing, understated fragrance.