Family
Cupressaceae
Botanical Name
CHAMAECYPARIS pisifera 'Squarrosa Minima'
Plant Common Name
Globe Moss Falsecypress, Japanese Falsecypress, Sawara Falsecypress
General Description
Japanese falsecypress is an evergreen coniferous shrub that originates from Japan. The cultivar 'Squarrosa Minima' is a dwarf selection that forms a dense mound of feathery olive-green foliage. Its tidy habit is appealing and versatile in the landscape and its foliar texture provides interest all year around.
This cultivar thrives in partial shade and moist, slightly acid, organic-rich, well-drained soil. Its foliage may scorch in full sun. It prefers cool humid environments and should be protected from harsh drying winds. Use this colorful and textural shrub for rock gardens, containers or small garden plantings. It looks lovely when planted with colorful heaths and heathers. 'Squarrosa Minima' is even useful as a bonsai specimen. Prune out any vigorous branches to maintain the shrub's dwarf mounding habit.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
8 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8
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Sunset Zone
A3, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17
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Plant Type
Needled or Scaled Evergreen
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
2'-3' / 0.6m - 0.9m
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Width
2'-3' / 0.6m - 0.9m
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Native To
Japan
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Loam, Sand
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Growth Rate
Very Slow
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Water Requirements
Drought Tolerant, Average Water
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Habit
Cushion/Mound-forming
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Insignificant
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Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green, Olive
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green, Olive
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Green, Olive
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Foliage Color (Winter)
Green, Olive
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Bark Color
Brown, Sienna
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Repeat Bloomer
No
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Matte
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Evergreen
Yes
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Showy Bark
Yes
Special Characteristics
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Bark Texture
Fissured
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Usage
Container, Edging, Mixed Border, Rock Garden / Wall, Topiary / Bonsai / Espalier
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Sharp or Has Thorns
No
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Invasive
No
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Self-Sowing
No