Compact Fernspray Cypress in Pot
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Compact Fernspray Cypress

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 6 - 8 Feet
  • Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
  • Growing Zones 4 - 8

The delicate and elegant frond-like foliage of the Compact Fernspray Cypress looks more like a fern than a conifer. Growing to no more than 8 feet tall, the Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Filicoides Compacta' as it is also known, is a stunning specimen with arching branches. This false cypress is ideal for providing evergreen texture and interest.

The Compact Fernspray Cypress is as easy to grow as it is low maintenance and slow growing. It naturally forms an open and pyramidal habit and can be grown as a standalone specimen or part of a screening hedge. A native of Japan, Compact Fernspray is suitable for growing in zones 4 to 8, and is tolerant of drought once established.

Compact Fernspray Cypress Care

Ideally, the Compact Fernspray Cypress likes to grow in full sun. However, it will also tolerate some light shade. You can plant it in any moist, but free-draining soil, but it will need regular watering until it has formed a good root system. When grown in average soil, no extra fertilization is required. 

Since the Compact Fernspray Cypress is slow growing and tends to develop a naturally pleasing shape, little pruning is required. However, to keep it to size and shape, you can lightly trim it in early summer. This shrub will grow well in a container for many years. Potted plants will require more frequent irrigation to prevent the soil from completely drying out.

Compact Fernspray Cypress Spacing

Over time, the Compact Fernspray Cypress can grow to around 6 to 8 feet high and 3 to 4 feet wide. When grown as a group, space plants around 3 to 4 feet center from center to allow its natural habit to be appreciated.

Compact Fernspray Cypress Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8
Plant Type: Bushes
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 6 - 8 Feet
Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet
Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): None
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Dark Green
Seasonal Interest: 4 Season Interest
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Birds
Container Role:
Uses: Containers, Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Compact Fernspray Cypress
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa Filicoides Compacta
SKU:
1231002651-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
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Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.