
Light Needs

Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 6 - 10 Feet
- Width 5 - 6 Feet
- Growing Zones 4-8
Soft Serve® False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Soft Serve’) showcases delicate, fernlike branches with a subtle green hue on top and silvery undertones beneath. Its natural conical shape creates a relaxed, graceful silhouette, reaching around 6 to 10 feet over time with minimal upkeep. Foliage remains soft to the touch year-round, making it a great option near walkways or entry points. Highly adaptable and deer-resistant, it delivers consistent color without the strict pruning demands of some evergreens.
A living Soft Serve False Cypress during the holidays brings warmth to indoor spaces and a welcome alternative to one-time-use decorations. The gentle needles and fresh look can enhance festive gatherings, and later on, it moves outside instead of ending up in the trash. This easy-to-manage evergreen also makes a thoughtful gift for garden enthusiasts who value a long-term addition to their landscape. Its size suits small corners or decorative containers.
Holiday Soft Serve® False Cypress Care
Keep your cypress in a spot receiving bright indirect light from January until spring, watering only when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry. If indoor air is dry, a misting once or twice a week helps retain leaf quality. Avoid drafty heating vents, and rotate the container to maintain even growth on all sides.
Once outdoor temperatures moderate, transition your plant gradually by taking it outside for a few hours each day. Select a location with partial to full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Dig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball, set your shrub at ground level, and backfill with loose soil, watering thoroughly. Applying a layer of mulch around the base supports consistent moisture, helping your Soft Serve False Cypress settle into its permanent garden home.
Holiday Soft Serve® False Cypress Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
Plant Type: Shrub |
Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
Mature Height: 6 - 10 Feet |
Mature Width: 5 - 6 Feet |
Plant Spacing: 6 - 10 Feet |
Growth Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): Brown |
Flower Shade: Brown |
Seasonal Interest: Grown for Foliage |
Foliage Type: Evergreen |
Foliage Color(s): Green with Silver Blue |
Resists: Deer |
Tolerates: Salt |
Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest |
Uses: Container Landscape |
Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
Botanical/Scientific Name: Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Dow Whiting' USPP 20,883 |
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.

Also Known 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

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

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

Also Known 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

Also Known 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

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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