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Microbiota
Siberian Cypress
Microbiota decussata
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- Super hardy
- Deer resistant
- Fine texture
- Description
Hardy to -40F, Microbiota decussata, also known as Siberian cypress, looks like a cross between a creeping juniper and a fern. Graceful, bright green foliage turns a russet copper in winter. It is a good evergreen for cold climates, and tolerates partial shade.
- USDA Zone
- 2 - 7 (-50°F/-45°C)
- Exposure
- Full sun, Part sun
- Height
- 1 - 3'
- Width
- 4 - 6'
- Finish Time
- 1 season
- Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Foliage Color
- Green
- Liner Sizes
- 4"
General Care
Soil
Moist, well-drained soils are preferred. Tolerates some dryness in soil once established.Pruning
Little needed. Control spread by pruning out branches as required.Uses
Mass plantings; groundcover; edging; foundation plantings.Growing Tips
Though its color and habit is best with a minimum of six hours of sun, microbiota tolerates shade better than most conifers. Fine textured foliage is soft to the touch.Features: Evergreen, Fall interest, Deer resistant, Winter interest, Drought tolerant
Filters: Botanical genus: Microbiota, Common name: Siberian Cypress, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Green foliage
Features: Evergreen, Fall interest, Deer resistant, Winter interest, Drought tolerant
Filters: Botanical genus: Microbiota, Common name: Siberian Cypress, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 2, USDA Zone 3, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Green foliage