.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Confucius' Hinoki Falsecypress Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Confucius' Description An elegant evergreen conifer featuring dense, layered foliage with a refined, symmetrical form. It is appreciated for its aesthetic appeal and tidy growth habit, making it a popular choice for ornamental landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for Japanese gardens, foundation plantings, and small-scale specimen displays. Suitable for formal and informal landscape designs, as well as container planting. Plant Details Botanical Name: Confucius' Hinoki Falsecypress Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Confucius' Common Name: Confucius' Hinoki Falsecypress Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-5 ft tall with a similar spread, growing slowly to moderate rates. Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Not typically flowering Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Keep out of reach of pets, may be toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs, as well as Japanese maples and ferns Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Space appropriately for growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil. Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Light pruning to maintain shape, best done in early spring or late fall. Winter Care: Mulch around roots in colder zones; generally hardy. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in container or nursery. Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Avoid air pollutants; regular watering during dry periods.