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PINPOINT® Blue

False Cypress

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

'SMNCLBF'

PP30,707

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  • Colorful evergreen
  • Space saving
  • Deer resistant
Description

Space saving evergreen. With its appealing color, soft texture, and versatile habit, Pinpoint® Blue chamaecyparis makes an irresistible addition to the landscape. Feathery blue foliage persists all year, remaining bright and handsome even in winter. Narrow, columnar growth takes up little space in the landscape and needs no pruning to maintain.

USDA Zone
5 - 7 (-20°F/-28.9°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
15 - 20'
Width
5 - 7'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Evergreen
Foliage Color
Blue
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential. However, this species will not tolerate dry soils or drought conditions. Maintain even moisture with a layer of mulch.

Pruning

Prune to shape in late spring, if needed.

Uses

Specimen, container, hedge, mixed borders

Growing Tips

Naturally grows as a narrow column, so little pruning is required. Nice as a space-saving hedge or eye-catching specimen.

  • Tag: Pinpoint® Blue Chamaecyparis Tag
  • Spec Sheet: Pinpoint® Chamaecyapris spec sheet
  • Grower Sheet: Pinpoint® Blue Chamaecyparis Grower Sheet
  • Spec Sheet: Pinpoint® Chamaecyparis Spec Sheet
  • Benchcard: Pinpoint® Blue Chamaecyparis Benchcard

    • Features: Foliage interest, Evergreen, Native, Winter interest

    Filters: Botanical genus: Chamaecyparis, Common name: False Cypress, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Blue foliage

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    Filters: Botanical genus: Chamaecyparis, Common name: False Cypress, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Blue foliage