Plants in family cupressaceae
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea' is a very slow-growing dwarf conifer, reaching 24 inches in 10 years. Its gold and white coloration makes it a beacon in the garden during winter. This plant is well-suited for rock gardens and adds a touch of elegance with its compact size and striking appearance.
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 obtusa 'Juniperoides'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Juniperoides' is the slowest and tiniest hinoki cypress, forming a tight bun of tiny green foliage. It reaches 3 feet tall and wide in 25 years, making it ideal for rock gardens or troughs. Its compact size and unique form make it a charming addition to any garden.
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Spreader'
Juniperus squamata 'Blue Spreader' is an attractive groundcover with grey-blue foliage. Its low-growing habit and unique color make it a versatile choice for adding texture and color to garden landscapes.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Dumosa'
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Squarrosa Dumosa' is a grey blue moss cypress originating from the Berlin Botanic Garden around 1890. It forms a round grey ball about 3 feet in diameter with mossy foliage that feels like real rubber. This plant never needs pruning and is a unique addition to any garden.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cream Ball'
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cream Ball' is a dwarf conifer with a charming fuzzy globe shape. Its silvery white-tipped foliage makes it a standout in small gardens. Over ten years, it can grow to about 3 feet tall and wide. This plant is native to Japan and thrives in sunny to partially shaded areas, attracting butterflies.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Filicoides'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Filicoides' is an evergreen with fern-like foliage and a loose, fluffy pyramid shape. It requires no pruning and is perfect for Asian or contemporary gardens. This plant is ideal for hedges, screens, and borders.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Compacta'
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Compacta' is a compact shrub with deep green, shell-shaped foliage that maintains its color through winter. It is pest and disease resistant, requiring no pruning, and can be grown in the ground or containers.
Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra' is a hardy, low-maintenance tree ideal for privacy screens and hedges. It retains its dark green color throughout winter and features scale-like leaves. This tree is resistant to diseases and insects, preferring full sun to partial shade and sandy loam to clay loam soils.
Sequoia sempervirens 'Aptos Blue'
Sequoia sempervirens 'Aptos Blue' is an evergreen tree with red bark and blue-green foliage. It attracts birds and butterflies and is deer resistant. This tree requires no pruning and can grow in full sun or part shade, making it a low-maintenance addition to landscapes.
Juniperus chinensis 'Kallay's Compact'
Juniperus chinensis 'Kallay's Compact' is an evergreen shrub with bright green foliage and a silvery cast, complemented by silvery-blue berries. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and spreads 4-6 feet wide, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8 and is drought-tolerant once established. It thrives in well-drained soil, including clay, and is resistant to deer. Its ability to tolerate urban environments makes it ideal for xeric sites and challenging garden locations.
Thuja occidentalis 'Pumila Sudworth'
Thuja occidentalis 'Pumila Sudworth' is a pyramidal evergreen with golden foliage that brightens winter gardens. It is ideal for creating color echoes and thrives in full sun. The plant is known for its natural shape and year-round color.
Thuja occidentalis 'Wansdyke Silver'
Thuja occidentalis 'Wansdyke Silver' is a compact evergreen shrub with medium green foliage tipped with silvery white. Introduced in 1961, it forms a dense mound reaching over 4 feet tall in ten years. This plant is suitable for sun and dry shade conditions.
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.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Sungold'
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Sungold' is a slow-growing shrub with brilliant lime green, thread-like foliage. It has a low and compact growth habit and holds its color all summer. This deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun for the best coloring and is drought-tolerant once established.
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Minima Aureovariegata'
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Minima Aureovariegata' is a small conifer with green and white variegated foliage, known for its feathery texture. This plant is suitable for sunny locations and is appreciated for its compact, bun-like shape. It is a perennial that can attract butterflies and is often used in garden designs for its unique appearance.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Tsukumo'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Tsukumo' is a very dwarf Japanese conifer, forming a small, upright mound reaching 22 inches tall and 16 inches wide over ten years. This evergreen plant is ideal for rock gardens and is known for its resilience and compact growth habit.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Tansu'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Tansu' is a tiny, dark green-leaved dwarf conifer with an irregular shape, perfect for rock gardens. It grows slowly, reaching up to 3 feet tall and 5 feet wide in 12 years, making it an excellent choice for small spaces or as a unique focal point.
Juniperus communis 'Gold Cone'
Juniperus communis 'Gold Cone' is a narrow vertical accent conifer with spiny gold foliage. Discovered in Germany in 1980, it grows to 5 feet tall and 1 foot wide in 10 years. This plant is suitable for zones 2a to 8b and thrives in sunny locations.
Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Webb Gold'
Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Webb Gold' is a native Eastern white cedar with soft, creamy-gold, shaggy foliage. It grows upright to about 7 feet tall, making it a striking addition to gardens. This plant is well-suited for sunny locations and provides year-round interest with its evergreen nature.