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Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Minima'-Dwarf conifer-Ideal for small gardens 1 Gallon

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Minima'-Dwarf conifer-Ideal for small gardens 1 Gallon

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Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Minima'

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Minima'

The 'Squarrosa Minima' is a charming dwarf conifer known for its soft, feathery foliage that resembles moss. This slow-growing evergreen is perfect for adding texture and color to small gardens, rockeries, or container displays.

Ideal for rock gardens, small landscapes, container gardening, and as a unique specimen plant in mixed borders.

Plant Details
  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Minima'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Squarrosa Minima' Miniature Moss False Cypress
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows to 1-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes, with sufficient light
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other dwarf conifers, heathers, and small perennials
Care Tips
  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with the top of the root ball level with the soil surface
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; trim to shape in early spring if necessary
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Ensure root ball is level with the soil surface
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hotter climates
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