Plants in family cupressaceae
Juniperus procumbens 'Scandia'
Juniperus procumbens 'Scandia' is a low-growing, semi-spreading evergreen with silvery blue-green foliage. It is resistant to Juniper blight and can thrive in poor and alkaline soils. This plant is cold-hardy and deer-resistant, growing 1-2 feet tall and spreading 4-6 feet wide. It prefers full sun but can tolerate part shade, with moderate to low moisture needs.
Thuja occidentalis 'Connecticut Dwarf'
Thuja occidentalis 'Connecticut Dwarf' is a slow-growing dwarf evergreen resembling a small green meatball. It is suitable for dry shade and sun perennials, making it a versatile addition to gardens. This plant is known for its compact size and low maintenance requirements.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Just Dandy'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Just Dandy' is a fast-growing miniature hinoki cypress, ideal for small gardens or rock gardens. It reaches a height of 18 inches and spreads up to 2 feet wide, forming a dense, evergreen shrub. This plant is known for its attractive green foliage and is a popular choice for creating a lush, textured landscape. It thrives in full sun to part sun and is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Carpet'
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Carpet' is a low-spreading juniper known for its great blue foliage. It spreads to about 4 feet, making it an excellent groundcover option. This plant is ideal for sunny locations and adds a touch of color to landscapes with its striking blue hue.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Clouded Sky'
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Clouded Sky' is a garden specimen with light green foliage tipped in frosty white. It forms a 5-foot tall by 8-foot wide mound and is easy to grow, adding a unique texture to landscapes.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Gracilis'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Gracilis' is a sculptural evergreen with a ruffled texture and dense growth. It is slow-growing and rarely requires pruning, making it suitable for containers and small spaces. This plant resists pests and diseases and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Elwood's Pygmy'
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Elwood's Pygmy' is a dwarf false cypress with soft steel blue foliage. It performs well in southern climates and adds a touch of color and texture to gardens. This compact plant is ideal for small spaces or as a unique accent in larger landscapes.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Confucius'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Confucius' is a conifer with an open, informal appearance, reaching 8 feet tall in ten years. It features irregular branches with congested golden foliage that retains its color year-round. This plant eventually grows to 10 feet tall and is suitable for sun to part sun locations.
Thujopsis dolabrata 'Hondai'
Thujopsis dolabrata 'Hondai' is a heat and sun-tolerant evergreen with glossy green foliage arranged in flat fans. Initially forming a compact bush, it develops into a conical shape, reaching 5 feet in width and 12 feet in height over ten years. This plant is suitable for various garden settings, including cottage gardens and shade perennials.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop' is a dwarf hinoki cypress with green and gold tightly congested foliage. Selected in 1982, this plant is suitable for rock gardens and is appreciated for its lacy appearance. It is a compact, evergreen conifer that adds texture and color to garden landscapes.
Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow'
Juniperus scopulorum 'Moonglow' is an upright pyramidal evergreen with silvery-blue foliage and ornamental blue berries. This North American native selection is deer resistant and tolerant of salt and urban conditions. It is cold hardy and drought-tolerant, thriving in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7. The plant grows to about 18 feet tall and requires well-drained soil, making it suitable for xeriscaping.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Verdon'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Verdon' is a twisty, golden-foliaged plant with a pyramidal shape, introduced in 1966. It grows to about 5 feet in 10 years and is known for its winter interest. This plant is suitable for sun to part sun and adds a unique texture to gardens.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Yoshino' is a fast-growing, shade-tolerant evergreen with a tall pyramidal shape. Its foliage changes from blue-green in summer to a bronzy-purple hue in winter, adding seasonal interest. This tree requires minimal pruning and adapts well to various soil types, making it a versatile choice for landscapes.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Lutea'
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Lutea' is an informally conical tree with semi-pendulous branches. Its foliage changes color from blue to grey to gold, and it can grow up to 25 feet tall and 18 feet wide over 30 years.
Juniperus sabina 'Monna'
Juniperus sabina 'Monna' is a low-growing shrub introduced in 1978, known for its lacy green foliage. It reaches 1 foot in height and spreads to 10 feet over 10 years. This plant is ideal for dry shade areas and can add texture and interest to garden landscapes.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Golden Mop'
This dwarf evergreen shrub is distinguished by its outstanding yellow landscape color and slow-growing, fluffy, fine-textured foliage. It is cold hardy, disease resistant, and drought tolerant once established. The shrub performs best in full sun and is well-suited for foundation plantings and bonsai.
Juniperus horizontalis 'Mother Lode'
Juniperus horizontalis 'Mother Lode' is a striking groundcover juniper with golden foliage, native to the United States. This slow-growing plant spreads up to 4 feet wide, providing excellent coverage in both summer and winter. It is well-suited for use in rock gardens, as a filler in landscapes, or as part of a green roof. This juniper is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. Its vibrant color and adaptability to various conditions make it a popular choice for adding year-round interest to gardens.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Tempelhof'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Tempelhof' is an evergreen plant with coarse, scalloped foliage that is golden-yellow on the outside and darker green inside. It has a pyramidal form and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Thuja occidentalis 'Wintergreen'
Thuja occidentalis 'Wintergreen' is a fast-growing evergreen with a columnar form and dense growth. Cold hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it reaches a mature height of 20-25 feet and is bird-friendly. This adaptable plant serves as an effective wind and snow blocker.
Juniperus horizontalis 'Plumosa'
Juniperus horizontalis 'Plumosa' is a dense, compact, flat-spreading shrub with gray-green foliage that turns plum-colored in fall. It grows 1-2 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide, making it ideal for erosion control and groundcover. This plant is drought-tolerant and handles mild saline conditions and urban pollution.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Sekkan' is a well-shaped shrub introduced in 1970, known for its white gold branch tips that are brightest in winter. It reaches a height of 10 feet in 10 years, making it a striking addition to gardens. This plant thrives in sun to part sun and is suitable for xeriscaping.
Juniperus sabina 'Buffalo'
Juniperus sabina 'Buffalo' is a hardy evergreen groundcover with bright silvery green foliage that turns a plum-tinged bronze in winter. It is resistant to deer, rabbits, and pests, and thrives in USDA zones 3 to 7. This low-maintenance plant spreads 3-5 feet wide and grows 12-15 inches tall, effectively blocking weeds and controlling erosion. It tolerates drought, heat, cold, and rocky soil, preferring sun and well-drained conditions.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis' is a slow-growing conifer with deep-green, whorled foliage and a pyramidal form. It is low maintenance, drought-tolerant, and thrives in full sun, making it suitable for urban environments.
Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Goldcrest'
Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Goldcrest' is an evergreen with chartreuse-yellow foliage, known for its narrow columnar growth. It is hardy in zones 7-10 and resistant to heat, humidity, and deer. This plant emits a fresh citrus smell and is ideal for both indoor and outdoor gardening.