Microbiota decussata |
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Siberian Carpet Cypress |
Description
Microbiota decussata is an evergreen shrub. Neat sprawling shrub that resembles a trailing arborvitae. Grows to 1.5' tall, 7'-8' wide, with many horizontal or trailing plume-like branches closely set with scale-like leaves.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Conifer, Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
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Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese
Accenting Features
Fall Color
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.