| Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Kosteri' | USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Koster's Falsecypress is a dwarf conifer which is primarily valued in the garden for its ornamental globe-shaped form. It has light green evergreen foliage. The scale-like sprays of foliage turn coppery-bronze in the fall, which persists throughout the winter.
A preferred dwarf evergreen shrub for both bonsai and rock gardens, featuring dense sprays of twisted and mossy green foliage on a mounded shape; very slow growing, remains compact without pruning; use as detail in the home landscape.
Koster's Falsecypress is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Rock/Alpine Gardens
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
Companion Plants: Heavenly Bamboo, Azalea, Japanese Maple, Pine, Hosta
Dwarf: 3-6″/year
Broad Upright
Common Name: Falsecypress, Hinoki cypress, cypress
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| More About Koster Hinoki Cypress |
| Height: 6 ft |
Spread: 4 ft |
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Koster's Falsecypress 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. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations. Koster's Falsecypress makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. Because of its height, it is often used as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
