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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Well's Special '

Well 's Special Cypress

A distinctive and ornamental Hinoki cypress selected for its graceful, irregular branching and deep green, fan-shaped foliage with excellent texture. ‘Wells Special’ tends toward a broad, loosely pyramidal to irregular habit with a slightly open, natural silhouette that adds architectural interest to landscapes without becoming overly dense.
Size:


Width: 8–12 ft (mature)


Height: 12–18 ft (mature)


Zones: 5a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (Brighter color and better texture in sunlight; light afternoon shade in hot climates)
Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils
Features:


Evergreen conifer with rich green, textured foliage


Broad, irregularly pyramidal to open habit


Strong four-season interest


Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)
Uses: Specimen planting, mixed evergreen borders, woodland and informal landscapes
Notes: Moderate growth rate; shape becomes more characterful with age. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils. Minimal pruning recommended to preserve natural form.

Minimum zone

5

Maximum zone

8

Height

12-18'

Width

8-12'