Cedar Rapids® False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera)

Looking for a privacy screen that grows fast and looks fantastic? Cedar Rapids® False Cypress delivers both, with lush, feathery foliage that offers a uniquely soft, textured look—perfect for creating a natural barrier without the harsh lines of typical evergreens. Its fresh green color has a cheerful twist, thanks to a subtle splash of lime that brightens up the landscape year-round. With a classic pyramidal shape and steady vertical growth, it’s ideal for screens, hedges, or as a commanding standalone specimen. Tough, reliable, and beautiful in every season, Cedar Rapids® is the easy choice. Privacy has never looked this good. 30 feet tall and 12-15 feet wide at maturity Hardy in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success Plant in part to full sun (4+ hours daily) Space plants 12-15 feet apart for best results Maintains green foliage year round Great for borders, hedges, screening, landscapes, mass planting or as a focal point Resists deer Foliage interest, fall and winter interest Care:  Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring. Generally doesn’t need much pruning, but you can shape it in the springtime if you’d like. Shipping Info: Enjoy free shipping on orders over $175 Size at shipping varies by the season and plant Quart shrubs are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom Read our guide to get started with planning a garden