Enhance your garden with the graceful beauty of Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Pendula’, a stunning evergreen conifer known for its weeping branches and elegant form. This heirloom variety is hardy, long-living, and perfect as a specimen tree, adding year-round structure and charm to landscapes.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Evergreen conifer (ornamental tree)
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Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO, High-Quality Seeds
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Growth Habit: Upright with gracefully pendulous branches
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Height: Can grow 20–40 ft tall over time (slow-growing)
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Foliage: Dark green, soft, and aromatic evergreen needles
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Uses: Specimen planting, ornamental landscaping, windbreaks
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Suitable For: Outdoor gardens, large landscapes, park-style plantings
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Soil Preparation: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds about 1/4 inch deep in seed trays or prepared beds.
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Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.
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Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
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Temperature: Best germination at 15–20°C (59–68°F); may require cold stratification.
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Germination Time: Can take 30–60 days, sometimes longer for conifer seeds.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings when they are strong enough and after last frost.
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Care Tips: Mulch around the base to conserve moisture; requires minimal pruning to maintain natural shape.
