Overview
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' is a columnar upright, bushy conifers in the genus Chamaecyparis, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, low maintenance, flower borders and beds and hedging and screens.
About
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' is a cultivar of the hinoki cypress, an evergreen tree known for its narrow, columnar shape and dense sprays of small, scale-like foliage. This particular cultivar has a bushy, upright habit and thrives in full sun with exposure ranging from sheltered to exposed sites. It is adaptable to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and prefers moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, and can be used in hedging, screens, or containers.
About the genus
Chamaecyparis, common names cypress or false cypress, is a genus of conifers in the cypress family Cupressaceae, native to eastern Asia and to the western and eastern margins of the United States. The name is derived from the Greek khamai (χαμαί), meaning "on the earth", and kuparissos (κυπάρισσος) for "cypress".
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Chamaecyparis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Shrubs
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Juniper scale, Shoot-boring moths
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Phytophthora root diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea'?
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' need?
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' hardy in the UK?
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Rogersii Aurea'?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
