Hinoki Cypress 'Funspray Gold'

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Fernspray Gold'

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Fernspray Gold' is an evergreen conifer characterized by its distinctive golden leaves, and it is widely used to provide visual accents in gardens.

Growth Characteristics:
- Size: Mature trees grow to approximately 2–3 meters in height and spread to a width of about 1–2 meters.
- Growth Rate: It is relatively slow, growing about 10–30 cm per year on average.
- Sunlight: It thrives in full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Propagation Methods:
- Cuttings: It can be propagated by cutting off newly grown branches in spring or summer.
- Sowing: It can also be propagated using seeds, but the propagation rate is lower compared to cuttings.

Cultivation Methods:
- Planting: Select well-drained soil for planting and manage the surrounding area to prevent weeds from growing. - Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil surface is dry, but avoid overwatering.
- Fertilization: Provide additional nutrients using slow-release fertilizer in spring and autumn.

Garden Use:
- It can be used for visual emphasis or landscape improvement in various environments, such as urban gardens, conifer gardens, and naturalistic gardens.
- It is also excellent for harmonizing with other conifers or for use as a border plant.

Important Pests and Control Methods:
- Diseases: Be mindful of diseases such as root rot; to prevent this, avoid overwatering and ensure thorough drainage management.
- Pests: Pests such as aphids and spider mites may occur; it is important to use insecticides immediately upon discovery or remove them by hand.
- Control: It is effective to detect pests and diseases in their early stages through regular observation and to use appropriate fungicides and insecticides when necessary.

By understanding these characteristics and managing them properly, 'Funspray Gold' can maintain its beauty in the garden for a long time.

Plant Family	Cupress family
Height	150~180cm
Spread	60~90cm
Colors	green
Bloom Period	March to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-20°C

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