Rancho Santa Rita, TX (Zone 8a) | May 2009 | neutral
Baby Blue is a very attractive Chamaecyparis with intense silvery blue colored foliage that has a feathery look to it. Foliage turns a sl...Read Moreight purplish plum color in winter months, giving this plant year round interest. Has an overall upright, somewhat conical growth habit and keeps a very nice tidy shape with little or no trimming at all. Makes a great accent planting, or can even be grouped together for hedge use. Also makes a great container specimen due to its slower growth rate, and manageable size at maturity.
Height: 5-6 ft
Spread: 4 ft
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate ( 3"-5" per year )
Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade - loves
partially shaded locations
Soil Preference: Average to moist & fertile, well
drained - mulching recommended
Baby Blue is a very attractive Chamaecyparis with intense silvery blue colored foliage that has a feathery look to it. Foliage turns a sl...Read More