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- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 6 - 8 Feet
- Mature Spread 6 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 5 - 9
The Sunny Swirl Hinoki Cypress provides vibrant color visual interest all year. Long, frond-like chartreuse foliage has hints of gold near the tips, and the natural twist to each branch adds extra dimension and drama. Mahogany red bark peaks out from behind the foliage for subtle hints of color. Chamaecyparis obtusa is a graceful dwarf tree that will reach 6 to 8 feet tall.
This plant is a slow grower that can be used as a focal point, hedge, border, conceal a fence, or provide privacy. Use this shrub as a focal point to anchor a landscape. Cypress are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants. This cultivar is a perennial in USDA zones 5 through 9.
Sunny Swirl Hinoki Cypress Care
Plant in full sun to draw out the golden hues of the foliage, although this beauty can live in partial shade. Rich, moist soil that allows good drainage is preferred. The soil should be neutral to acidic. Water when the soil is slightly damp, but avoid soggy conditions.
Feed the Sunny Swirl Hinoki Cypress using a slow-release fertilizer in the spring. The natural shape is part of the appeal of this plant, and it does not require much pruning. Dead growth can be removed as needed.
Sunny Swirl Hinoki Cypress Spacing
This tall, upright plant grows up to 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 5 feet wide. Shrubs can be spaced 2 to 4 feet apart to create a hedge-like look.
Sunny Swirl Hinoki Cypress Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Spacing: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Habit: Dwarf, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Winter Interest, 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Disease, Pests & Insects |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Sunny Swirl Hinoki Cypress |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: CHAMAECYPARIS OBTUSA `SUNNY SWIRL` |
- SKU:
- 1231008289-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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
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.