Microbiota decussata

Siberian Cypress - Celtic Pride®

$22.95

Commonly known as Siberian cypress, this shrub resembles a cross between creeping juniper and a fern. Fine textured and soft to the touch, the brilliant green foliage turns to a russet-purple in winter. Microbiota Celtic Pride is drought tolerant once established. Beautiful display, yet no pruning required. Suitable for groundcover, edging, foundation plantings, mass plantings. Deer resistant.

Pot Size

Qty

Key Plant Details

Planting Zones:

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Soil Type:

Sandy, Loamy

Light Requirement:

Part Sun, Sun

Moisture:

Average

Plant Characteristics

Mature Size:

2-3 feet in height, 4-6 foot spread

Annual Growth Rate:

Slow

Bloom Time:

Grown for Foliage

Shop By Use:

Deer Resistant, Winter Interest

Care Tips

Care Tips - Growing:

Though its color and habit is best with a minimum of six hours of sun, microbiota tolerates shade better than most conifers. Fine textured foliage is soft to the touch.

Care Tips - Pruning:

Little needed. Control spread by pruning out branches as required.

Care Tips - Soil:

Moist, well-drained soils are preferred. Tolerates some dryness in soil once established.

Care Tips - Uses:

Mass plantings; groundcover; edging; foundation plantings.

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