Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Well's Special '

Well 's Special Cypress

A distinctive and ornamental Hinoki cypress selected for its graceful, irregular branching and deep green, fan-shaped foliage with excellent texture. ‘Wells Special’ tends toward a broad, loosely pyramidal to irregular habit with a slightly open, natural silhouette that adds architectural interest to landscapes without becoming overly dense.

Size:



Width: 8–12 ft (mature)



Height: 12–18 ft (mature)



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Brighter color and better texture in sunlight; light afternoon shade in hot climates)

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with rich green, textured foliage



Broad, irregularly pyramidal to open habit



Strong four-season interest



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

Uses:
Specimen planting, mixed evergreen borders, woodland and informal landscapes

Notes:
Moderate growth rate; shape becomes more characterful with age. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils. Minimal pruning recommended to preserve natural form.

Plant type

Conifer

Height

12-18'

Width

8-12'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Specimen

Shape

Pyramidal

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No