Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Gracilis' Mini standardOrigin: Japan. Flattened-round conifer or unevenly conical when the plant is young. As it ages it becomes broadly conical. Unmistakable because of the detailed chiselling on the branches that are twisted into a shell. Thick, scaly, bright green leaves. Requires cool, moist, loose soil which is acid or slightly alkaline.
ShapeMini standard
Growth SpeedSlow
ExposureHalf Shade
Minimum Temperature-30 °C
Flowering MonthsJune, July, August
Soil TypeDrained, Humid, Acid, Neutral
Leaf PersistenceEvergreen
Leaf ColorGreen
Maximum Height200 cm
Maximum Width150 cm
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