Conifer Database - Ericoides

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Chamaecyparis thyoides ‘Ericoides’

Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Ericoides' is dense globose to conical shrub form of Atlantic white cypress with dark, Blue-green, persistent juvenile foliage that turns reddish purple in winter in colder climates. After 10 years of growth a mature specimen will measure 5 feet (1.6 m) tall and 3 feet (1 m) wide, an annual growth rate of 4 to 6 inches (10 - 15 cm).

This cultivar originated as a seedling selected in 1840 at Bergeot Nursery, Le Mans France.

Chamaecyparis thyoides



Chamaecyparis thyoides

Chamaecyparis thyoides

Chamaecyparis thyoides

Chamaecyparis thyoides

Chamaecyparis thyoides

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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Blue Gree
GROWTH SHAPE:Conical (Pyramidal)
GROWTH SIZE:Intermediate: 6 to 12 inches (15 – 30 cm) per year / 5 to 10 feet (1.5 – 3 m) after 10 years
ORIGIN:Seedling Selection


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