Xanthocyparis vietnamensis
£35.00
(Vietnamese Golden Cypress) A very rare evergreen tree, Xanthocyparis vietnamensis is native to parts of Vietnam with golden-green foliage and both juvenile leaves (usually more, soft wide and spreading) and mature leaves (more needle/scale-like) on the same plant once established.
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A very rare evergreen tree, Xanthocyparis vietnamensis is native to parts of Vietnam with golden-green foliage and both juvenile leaves (usually more, soft wide and spreading) and mature leaves (more needle/scale-like) on the same plant once established. Established specimens develop interesting reddish bark.
Requires a warm, very sheltered position ideally in an area with mild winters. Not suitable for cold, exposed areas.
- Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
- Soil: Prefers moist, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Somewhat hardy. Needs shelter and protection in cold winters.
- Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
- Habit: Xanthocyparis vietnamensis grows to be a small conical tree.
- Height: 4 - 5 m (13 - 16 ft)
- Spread: 3 m (10 ft).
- Notes: Please be aware that Xanthocyparis vietnamensis is a fickle and difficult plant to grow at the best of tines. It can be damaged or killed in the winter, if caught by frost, if planted in a poor position, if disturbed once planted and seeming even just by bad luck. As such, it is not covered by our guarantee.
Data sheet
- How Much Sun
- Full Sun, Light Shade
- Eventual Size
- Tree - Small
- Growing Conditions
- Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Acid
- Special Features
- Evergreen, Rare and Unusual, Ornamental Bark, Foliage - Unusual Shape
(Vietnamese Golden Cypress) A very rare evergreen tree, Xanthocyparis vietnamensis is native to parts of Vietnam with golden-green foliage and both juvenile leaves (usually more, soft wide and spreading) and mature leaves (more needle/scale-like) on the same plant once established.