Chamaecyparis

A small genus in numbers but huge in terms of horticultural importance, Chamaecyparis provide a look unmatched by any other conifer. They are remarkably adaptable growing in everything from full sun to rather deep shade. They do grow much more open in shade but the overall effect is still charming. With the exception of thyoides, they dislike wet but other than that they are quite tolerant of varying soil types. Many cultivars will burn the first few years, especially in windy sites however once they get their roots down the winter burn decreases dramatically. Winter burn is often most evident in plants that were grown in the Pacific Northwest and shipped to colder regions; it can take them a few seasons to acclimate to harsher conditions