.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; } Weeping Alaskan Cedar Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula' Description A graceful, cascading conifer featuring soft, silvery-blue foliage and a unique weeping habit. Native to North America, it adds elegance and texture to any landscape. Suggested Uses Ideal for specimen planting, garden borders, or as a focal point in rock gardens. Perfect for creating natural privacy screens or decorative landscape accents. Plant Details Botanical Name: Weeping Alaskan Cedar Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula' Common Name: Weeping Alaskan Cedar Size & Growth: Typically 6-10 ft tall, with a spread of 3-6 ft; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Soft, feathery, silvery-blue foliage Bloom Time: Cones mature in fall; aesthetic appeal mainly from foliage Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes with proper drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested to dogs and cats Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: other conifers, ornamental grasses, and shade trees Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, preferably in spring or fall Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Rich, loamy soils preferred Humidity: Regular watering in dry conditions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds; apply mulch around roots in winter Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container Fertilization: Feed with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Avoid excessive pruning to maintain natural shape
