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Soft Serve® False Cypress
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Dow Whiting' PP #20,883
Pronunciation: kam-e-SIP-a-ris pee-SEE-fer-uh
SKU #07478
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; reaches 6 to 10 ft. tall, 5 to 6 ft. wide.
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| Description | This compact, conical False Cypress has graceful, soft fern-like branches. The leaves are bright green on top and flecked with silver-blue on the underside. A great alternative for Dwarf Alberta Spruce and pyramidal yews. Deer resistant. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Extremely adaptable, but prefers moist, well-drained soils. Trim lightly in summer. Protect from winter sun and wind. Apply controlled release fertilizer in spring. |
Details
| Description | This compact, conical False Cypress has graceful, soft fern-like branches. The leaves are bright green on top and flecked with silver-blue on the underside. A great alternative for Dwarf Alberta Spruce and pyramidal yews. Deer resistant. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Extremely adaptable, but prefers moist, well-drained soils. Trim lightly in summer. Protect from winter sun and wind. Apply controlled release fertilizer in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Soft Serve® False Cypress produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Soft Serve® False Cypress evergreen or deciduous?
Soft Serve® False Cypress is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Soft Serve® False Cypress?
Soft Serve® False Cypress is Compact Form.
Is Soft Serve® False Cypress resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Soft Serve® False Cypress grow?
Soft Serve® False Cypress has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Soft Serve® False Cypress in my landscape?
Soft Serve® False Cypress is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
What color is the foliage of Soft Serve® False Cypress?
Soft Serve® False Cypress has Green foliage.
How do I care for Soft Serve® False Cypress?
Extremely adaptable, but prefers moist, well-drained soils. Trim lightly in summer. Protect from winter sun and wind. Apply controlled release fertilizer in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.