Chamaecyparis obtusa Maureen - Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa Maureen - Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa Maureen - Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa Maureen - Hinoki Cypress
Chamaecyparis obtusa Maureen
Hinoki Cypress, Japanese Cypress, Hinoki False Cypress
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Description
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Maureen' is a dwarf variety of Japanese Hinoki cypress. It is highly appreciated for ornamental use in rock gardens due to its unique habit and fine-textured foliage. Conical in shape with a central leader in its early years, the plant widens more than it rises, forming a fuzzy, somewhat informal mass with a slightly feathery appearance. It is not uncommon to find some creamy variegation on the foliage, which adds to the charm of this lovely conifer. Perfect for rock gardens, it also adapts well to container cultivation. Chamaecyparis obtusa prefers a sunny or partially shaded exposure, fertile soil that is moist but well-drained, humus-rich, and non-calcareous.
Also called Japanese Hinoki Cypress, the obtuse false cypress is mainly used for making lacquered furniture and for the construction of numerous buildings such as palaces in its country of origin. It belongs to the Cupressaceae family. In its natural environment, it can reach up to 50 m (164 ft) in height. The dwarf variety 'Maureen' originated from a selected sowing in the early 1980s in the USA. Its growth is slow; a 10-year-old specimen will measure approximately 80 cm (31.5 in) in height and 1.2 m (3.9 ft) in width. Its annual growth rate is around 5 cm to 7.5 cm (2 in to 3 in). 'Maureen' develops thin, reddish, slightly twisted branches covered with tiny bright green scale-like leaves that emit an aromatic scent when crushed.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Maureen' is ideal for container cultivation on a terrace or in small gardens due to its slow growth and compact size. With its unusual silhouette, it will bring a touch of whimsy to your rock gardens. The structural qualities of dwarf conifers suit a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of forms, silhouettes, and textures to the delicacy of flowers. These plants enhance a flower bed, mark pathways, and border terraces, easily replacing trimmed boxwood. They serve as a backdrop for small roses, peonies, or windswept ornamental grasses with complementary temperaments. They can also be combined with upright, pyramidal conifers or ground-covering plants such as aubrietas, creeping baby's breath, and ceraistes, as well as flowering shrubs. The key is to play with volumes and colours.
Chamaecyparis obtusa Maureen - Hinoki Cypress in pictures
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Foliage
Botanical data
Chamaecyparis
obtusa
Maureen
Cupressaceae
Hinoki Cypress, Japanese Cypress, Hinoki False Cypress
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Plant from September to November and from February to June in rather rich and deep, well-drained soil that is preferably neutral or acidic. A soil rich in humus, in compost or partly composed of ericaceous soil will be very suitable. Choose a sunny or semi-shaded location sheltered from prevailing winds. Soak the root balls well before planting. Apply organic matter at planting and water generously in the first years. Apply a special conifer fertiliser every year in April and weed the soil in summer. It does not require pruning.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.