Chamaecyparis pisifera '(Plumosa) Nana' Sawara cypress

Nana, or sometimes also called Plumosa Nana is a dwarf variety of PPlumosa Sawara cypress, introduced already in late 19th century. It is a very slowly growing evergreen conifer with emerald green sprays of soft needles, curled at tips. It forms a cushion-like shrub that finishes about twice as wide as tall when mature.

It will be beautiful in small gardens and front yards as well as in borders with dwarf conifers and small-leaved evergreens, combined with attractive perennials of small sizes. Cushion-like plants make a nice display in a sunny rockery, surrounded by either brown mulch or light grey gravel.

Sawara cypress prefers moist, slightly acidic soil but is adaptable to almost all types of soil. It can take strong frosts but dislikes extremely hot summers in dry soils. No pruning necessary. Fully hardy to -34°C (USDA zone 4).

Last update 06-02-2013