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Growth Rate
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- Speed: Slow; typically grows about 2 to 4 inches per year under optimal conditions.
- Mature Height: Reaches a height of about 1 to 2 feet.
- Mature Spread: Can spread about 2 to 3 feet wide, maintaining its compact form.
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Colorful leaves
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Flowering
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No |
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Disease resistant
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Yes |
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Cold Tolerant
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Yes |
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Heat Tolerant
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No |
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Drought Tolerant
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No |
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Deer Resistant
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No |
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Edible
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No |
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Wildlife Attraction
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Attracts birds and beneficial insects, providing habitat and food sources throughout the year. |
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Self-pollinating
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Seasonality
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- Season of Interest: Year-round
- Winter Interest: Maintains its bright green color throughout the winter, adding vibrancy to cold landscapes.
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Ideal For
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- Rock Gardens – Its small size and mound form fit perfectly among stones and alpine plants
- Foundation Plantings – Ideal for low structure in front-of-house designs
- Borders & Edging – Use in rows for a tidy, evergreen edge
- Container Gardening – Works well in pots or troughs (with winter protection in cold zones)
- Formal Gardens – Suits geometric layouts and miniature hedges or knot gardens
- Winter Interest – Evergreen foliage offers year-round texture and shape
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Leaf Description
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- Leaves: Scale-like, soft, and rich green, creating a dense appearance.
- Texture: The foliage is fragrant and has a pleasing texture, making it a wonderful addition to any garden.
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Flower Description
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- Flowering Period: This cultivar does not produce significant flowers.
- Flower Description: As a conifer, it produces small cones instead of traditional flowers
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Planting Instructions
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- Best Time to Plant: Spring or early fall, when temperatures are moderate.
- Planting Method: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth. Place the plant in the hole, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.
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Pruning & Maintenance
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Minimal pruning needed. Light shaping can be done in late winter or early spring if desired. |
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Water Needs
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Regular watering is essential during the first year to establish roots. Once established, it requires moderate watering, especially during dry spells. |
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Light Needs
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Prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally receiving at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. |
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Harvesting
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Not applicable; primarily ornamental. |
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Fertilizing
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Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth |
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Additional Care Tips
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- Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance option.
- Mulching: Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Pollination
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Wind-pollinated; does not require animal pollinator |
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Companion Plants
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Flowering Perennials:- Heuchera ‘Obsidian’ – Deep burgundy leaves contrast beautifully with green foliage
- Echinacea ‘PowWow White’ – Compact coneflower with summer blooms
- Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ – Drought-tolerant with fragrant purple flowers
Grasses & Groundcovers:- Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’ – Adds silvery-blue color and fine texture
- Sedum ‘Angelina’ – Low-growing, yellow-green succulent mat
- Thymus serpyllum (Creeping Thyme) – Fragrant, flowering groundcover
Small Shrubs & Evergreens:- Spiraea ‘Little Princess’ – Soft pink blooms on a rounded, compact form
- Buxus ‘Green Gem’ – Round evergreen shrub for formal pairings
- Juniperus horizontalis ‘Blue Chip’ – Spreading blue foliage for contrast
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