Weeping Nootka Cypress

Weeping Nootka Cypress (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula')

Weeping Nootka Cypress (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula') is a striking conifer prized for its dramatic form and gracefully cascading branches. With a tall, narrow habit and flowing, drooping foliage, this selection delivers visual impact in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Distinctive Features

This cultivar is easily recognized by its central leader and heavily pendulous side branches that drape downward like curtains. Its rich, blue-green foliage adds to the plant's elegance, and the textured bark enhances interest through the winter months. The overall look is both architectural and organic, making it ideal for focal point plantings.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and sandy soils with good drainage
• Water: Moderate; regular watering during establishment recommended
• Humidity: Adaptable, with good performance in most climates
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Exceptional architectural specimen for gardens and lawns
• Woodland Gardens: Blends well with naturalistic or native plantings
• Privacy and Screening: Offers a unique vertical screen in narrow spaces
• Foundation Planting: Adds height and interest to large building corners
• Water Features: Beautiful when placed near ponds or streams for a reflective, serene effect

Low Maintenance Care

Weeping Nootka Cypress grows slowly and maintains its graceful form with minimal pruning, making it a low-effort choice for long-term visual interest.

• Watering: Water deeply during dry periods, especially in the first two years
• Pruning: Not typically required except to remove damaged or crowded branches
• Fertilizing: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Few issues; may occasionally experience tip blight or scale
• Winter Care: No protection needed; well adapted to cold climates

Why Choose Weeping Nootka Cypress?

Its unique, flowing habit sets this conifer apart from more traditional evergreens, offering sculptural beauty that matures gracefully over time.

• Dramatic Weeping Form: One of the most distinctive silhouettes available
• Cold Hardy: Withstands harsh winters in northern climates
• Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage and structural shape provide four-season beauty
• Low Maintenance: Elegant without frequent shaping or care
• Focal Point: Instantly draws attention in any landscape design

Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Pendula' delivers refined texture and form that enhance both traditional and contemporary landscapes.