Faily tolerant of soil type, as long as it is well-drained; does not tolerate wet soils or poor drainage
Range:
Cultivated origin
Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves are small and scale-like, with the lateral pair being twice as long as the central pair. Dark green above, underside with waxy, white X-shaped markings. Reddish brown peeling bark. Globose fruits are 1/3-3/8" dia. with 8 scales.
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Filicoides' is a slow-growing, irregularly-branched, open shrub or small tree that has straggly branches with clusters of fernspray foliage. This plant grows well in average soils, as long as they are well-drained. Provide shelter from the wind.