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Chamaecyparis obtusa Andorra - Hinoki Cypress

Chamaecyparis obtusa Andorra
Hinoki Cypress, Japanese Cypress, Hinoki False Cypress

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Dwarf variety of false cypress, with a round then conical and very compact habit, and contrasting light green to golden yellow foliage. With its slow growth and slightly twisted small silhouette, it is perfect for small gardens, rockeries or containers.
Height at maturity
1.20 m
Spread at maturity
1 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time February to March, September to October
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November
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Description

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Andorra', with its height of 1.20m (3ft 11in), is a dwarf, round and then conical conifer, very compact, showing bright and contrasting foliage, light green to golden yellow, whose slightly twisted silhouette will bring a touch of fantasy to the rock garden or small gardens. It will thrive in light, well-drained, moist, slightly chalky soil, in a sunny position sheltered from strong winds.

 

Also called Hinoki Cypress and reaching a height of 50m (164ft) in its natural environment, the wood of the false cypress is mainly used for making lacquered furniture and for the construction of many buildings such as palaces. This dwarf variety, 'Andorra', with its globular and compact habit, grows slowly to form an irregular cone, almost as wide as it is tall. After ten years of cultivation, it will reach a height of 90cm (35.4in) to 1m (3ft 4in), with a diameter of 70cm (27.6in). It bears branchlets in the shape of very incurved shells, grouped at the end of branches. Its young shoots, golden yellow to light green, contrast beautifully with the older foliage, which is a vibrant and shiny green.

 

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Andorra' is ideal for container cultivation on a terrace or in small gardens thanks to its slow growth and small size. With its soft and natural shape it will work wonders in your rock gardens. The architectural qualities of dwarf conifers naturally impose themselves in the design of a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of shapes, silhouettes, and textures over flowers. These plants structurally and durably shape a flower bed, mark pathways and border the terrace, easily replacing the strong presence of trimmed boxwood. They serve as a backdrop for small roses, peonies, or tousled grasses with very complementary forms. They can also be associated with shrubs or ground cover plants such as aubrietas and ceraistes, as well as flowering shrubs. The key is to play with volumes and colours.

 

Tips: Water during periods of high heat as it is sensitive to drought.


 

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Chamaecyparis obtusa Andorra - Hinoki Cypress (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.20 m
Spread at maturity 1 m
Habit Irregular, bushy
Growth rate very slow

Flowering

Flower colour insignificant

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour golden

Botanical data

Genus

Chamaecyparis

Species

obtusa

Cultivar

Andorra

Family

Cupressaceae

Other common names

Hinoki Cypress, Japanese Cypress, Hinoki False Cypress

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference6240021

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Planting and care

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Andorra' should be planted from September to November and from February to June in rich and deep, well-drained soil. Choose a partially shaded or gently sunny location, sheltered from prevailing winds. Soak the root ball well before planting. Add organic fertilizer at planting and water generously in the first few years. Apply a special conifer fertilizer every year in April and weed the soil in summer. It does not require pruning.

Planting period

Best planting time February to March, September to October
Recommended planting time February to June, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Well-drained, humus-bearing.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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