Chamaecyparis Filicoides

Filicoides Fernspray Hinoki Cypress brings distinctive texture to the landscape with glossy emerald-green foliage arranged in flattened, fern-like sprays. Its slowly developing upright form and open, layered branching create a sculptural evergreen accent without the rigid look of a tightly sheared conifer. Use it as a specimen, vertical foundation accent, woodland-edge evergreen, or focal point in an Asian-inspired garden. Available for local pickup from Towns Edge Nursery.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Filicoides'
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• USDA zones: 4-8
• Mature size: Commonly 8-12 ft tall x 3-4 ft wide in landscapes; may become larger with age
• Foliage: Evergreen; emerald-green scale foliage in flattened fern-like sprays
• Flowers or feature: Sculptural branching and year-round textured foliage
• Bloom season: Grown for evergreen foliage rather than flowers
• Water: Average; prefers moist, well-drained soil and consistent moisture while establishing
• Growth habit: Slow-growing, upright and irregularly layered
• Landscape uses: Specimen, vertical accent, foundation planting, woodland edge, Asian-style garden, mixed evergreen border
• Deer tolerance: May be browsed by deer

South Carolina garden note: In Zone 8b, provide afternoon shade, steady soil moisture, and protection from reflected heat.

Plant size and performance vary with climate, soil, pruning and care. Availability changes with nursery inventory.