4" Green Cypress

Ellwoodii Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Ellwoodii')

Bring a little evergreen charm indoors with Ellwoodii Cypress! This compact conifer features soft, blue-green foliage and a naturally upright shape that makes it look like a miniature Christmas tree. Perfect for holiday decorating, tabletop displays, or adding a woodland feel to your plant collection.

Although it makes a beautiful seasonal indoor plant, Ellwoodii Cypress is a true outdoor evergreen that thrives in cooler temperatures and can eventually be planted outdoors in suitable climates.

Care Tips

Light: Bright, indirect light to some direct sun indoors. Full sun outdoors.

Water: Keep soil lightly and consistently moist, allowing the surface to begin drying between waterings. Avoid both completely dry soil and waterlogged roots.

Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity. Keep away from heating vents and dry indoor air.

Temperature: Prefers cool conditions. Hardy to USDA Zone 5 when established outdoors. Gradually acclimate greenhouse-grown plants before exposing them to freezing temperatures.

Pet Friendly: No

Rare: No

Fun Fact

Ellwoodii Cypress was named after G. Ellwood, a gardener in England who selected the original plant in the early 1900s. Its naturally symmetrical shape makes it a popular choice for miniature living Christmas trees!