Chamaecyparis Pisifera Plume Juniperis

Sawara False Cypress, Sawara Cypress, Retinispora

Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Plumosa Juniperoides’ (Juniper Plume Sawara False Cypress)
A refined false cypress cultivar selected for its plumose (feathery) branchlets with airy, soft texture reminiscent of juniper plumes. The foliage maintains good evergreen structure and ornamental interest year-round, making it a fine specimen or accent shrub in landscapes.

Size:



Width: ~8–10 ft (mature; typical of this form)



Height: ~8–12 ft (mature; broad specimen size)



Zones: 4a – 8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Brighter foliage and habit development in sun.)

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with plumose, soft, feathery sprays



Form: Broadly pyramidal to rounded habit with fine texture



Excellent year-round interest and softer foliage contrast in mixed plantings



Attracts: Birds (shelter and cover)

Uses:
Specimen accent, mixed evergreen borders, foundation plantings, larger garden spaces

Notes:
Growth is slow to moderate. Best performance in well-drained sites with consistent moisture and protection from harsh, drying winds. Minimal pruning required beyond light shaping if desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Tree

Height

8-12'

Width

8-10'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Foundation, Hedge, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No