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Microbiota decussata

Siberian Carpet Cypress

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

Microbiota decussata is an evergreen shrub. Neat sprawling shrub that resembles a trailing arborvitae. Grows to 1.5' tall, 7'-8' wide, with many horizontal or trailing plume-like branches closely set with scale-like leaves.

 

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese

Accenting Features

Fall Color

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, With Rocks

Special Uses

Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Take your 'My List' Hydrozone Report to a landscape designer, or local nursery, when selecting and purchasing plants.