Chamaecyparis Pisifera White Pygmy

Japanese Falsecypress, Sawara Falsecypress

Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘White Pygmy’ (White Pygmy False Cypress)
A compact, miniature false cypress selected for its soft, silvery-white new foliage that contrasts beautifully with deeper green evergreen plants. Foliage tends to age to a subtle green-tinged white, maintaining delicate color interest year-round. Its low, tidy habit makes it ideal for small gardens and detail plantings.

Size:



Width: ~2–3 ft



Height: ~1–2 ft



Zones: 4a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Best foliage contrast in bright light; afternoon shade helps in very hot climates.)

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with silvery-white to pale green juvenile foliage



Form: Low, rounded, dense mound



Soft, fine texture with year-round interest



Attracts: Birds (shelter and cover)

Uses:
Rock gardens, containers, foundation accents, miniature landscapes, mixed evergreen borders

Notes:
Very slow growing. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils for best performance. Minimal pruning—shape lightly only if desired.

 

Plant type

Dwarf Conifer

Height

1-2'

Width

2-3'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Dark Sea Green

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Foundation

Shape

Broad Upright, Oval/Rounded, Pyramidal

Bark

Exfoliating

Drought tolerant

No