SCIENTIFIC NAME: Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Melody’

COMMON NAME: Melody Falsecypress

GARDEN SIZE: 6 ft. tall x 4 ft. wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate: 3-6" per year under ideal conditions

USDA ZONE: 5-8

EXPOSURE: Part Sun. Scorches in the afternoon sun.

WATER & SOIL: Well-drained soil; Average water requirements

HABIT (FORM): Broad Upright

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; Lacy sprays of lemon yellow that are more white with less sun. Winter brings bronze tips to the foliage.

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: n/a

PLANT ORIGIN: Central Japan

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: Not utilized by local wildlife. Deer resistant.

FERTILIZING: Feed in spring and fall with acidic organic fertilizer.

PRUNING: Minimal shearing required. Hand pruning is preferred. Late winter or early summer is best.

PET SAFETY: ASPCA safety not provided.