Overall Description
A
very dense, compact grower with feathery light green foliage that has
yellow / golden highlights to it - especially in full sun plantings.
New growth is bright lime green / yellow, giving the plant the
appearance of being tipped in gold. Globe shaped form that is quite
hardy, and requires little or no maintenance - hold its shape very
well. Foliage will occasionally bronze ever so slightly in winter.
Rich, well drained soil - full sun to part shade. Works well as a neat
accent plant. Very soft texture & feel. Extremely nice variety, and
hard to come by.
Plant Facts & Specifications
Mature Height: 3-4 ft
Mature Width: 3-4 ft.
Growth rate: Slow to moderate ( 3"-6" avg per yr )
Hardiness Zones: 5-8 ( if unsure of your zone, please use zone finder below )
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade - best color display in areas with good sun exposure. Brief midday shade is beneficial.
Soil Preference: Moist, fertile with organic content - well drained. Slightly acidic. Mulching strongly recommended.
Foliage Color & Texture: Very
fine, light feathery texture. Foliage is a ice green color with new growth being a nice bright lime green to bright yellow, depending upon sun exposure & nutrients in the soil.
Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: N/A
Diseases / Insects: Chamaecyparis ( Falsecypress
) is relatively free of serious problems although blight (Phomopsis
juniperovora), root rot, and other minor insect pests have been noted on
rare occasions.
Fertilization / Feeding: Either
water soluble ( Miracle Gro, or equivalent ), or granular ( Holly Tone
is excellent ). Other granular types with 6-12-12, or 10-10-10 ratio is
acceptable. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall -
avoid feeding during hot summer months, and directly after
transplanting.
