Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Pendula’ (Nootka Cypress)

The majestic Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Pendula’ (Nootka Cypress) is a medium-sized, evergreen conifer forming a strongly weeping, pyramidal tree. Hanging from spreading branches that sweep upwards at their tips, are long trailing curtains of dark gray-green foliage. When well-sited, this Nootka Cypress is fast-growing and may easily add one or more feet (> 30 cm) in height and width per year. This elegant selection is a pleasure to look at year-round and makes an excellent specimen conifer.

This evergreen conifer belongs to the Cupressaceae family, which includes well-known trees such as Italian Cypress, Leyland Cypress, Arizona Cypress, and Monterey Cypress, all valued for their distinctive forms, resilience, and ornamental appeal.

• Winner of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society for its noteworthy qualities
• Grows up to 20-35 ft. high (6-10.5 m) and 8-12 ft. (2.4-3.6 m) wide.
• Full sun to part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in average, moist, well-drained soils. Tolerant of chalk soils but prefers slightly acidic soil. Appreciates some afternoon shade in the southern part of its range.
• Perfect as a specimen plant.
• Low maintenance, no pruning required.
• May be affected by honey fungus and Phytophthora root diseases. Watch for aphids
• Propagate by grafting and semi-hardwood cuttings
• Native from Alaska south to British Columbia and south along the Cascade Mountains to northern California.