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Split Rock Hinoki False Cypress

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Split Rock'

Category: Evergreen Shrub • False Cypress

Discover the unique Split Rock Hinoki False Cypress, perfect for accents and specimen plantings in your garden.

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Mature Height: 6-8 feet

Mature Width: 3-5 feet

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-8

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Slow

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Evergreen

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Split Rock Hinoki False Cypress is a unique evergreen conifer known for its striking, irregular growth habit and attractive foliage. Its dense, fan-shaped branches are adorned with dark green, scale-like leaves that create a lush appearance.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate moisture. Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and moderate moisture. Adaptable to various soil types with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Unique split foliageattractive form

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for adding texture and interest to garden designs. Works well in Japanese-style landscapes.

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