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Monday, 30 May 2011

Good plant #86 - Chamaecyparis Thyoides 'Top Point'


This is a perfectly formed dwarf evergreen conifer. It is slow growing and makes a nice compact cone of its own accord. It only grows to about four to five feet. Its leaves turn a sort of purple in the winter months. The new growth in spring and early summer is bright green and contrasts the older foliage. It is an ideal conifer for a pot - it just needs a good soak in very long dry or windy spells, even in winter.

Carefully chosen dwarf and small-sized conifers add structure to a garden throughout the year. Conical shaped ones are not as prone to snow damage because of their shape.

It prefers moist well-drained soil but will tolerate spells of drought. It prefers a sunny-ish position but will tolerate all but the shadiest aspect.

Cuttings can be taken in late summer.

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