Plant Profile: Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Cream Ball'

The 'Cream Ball' is a small, rounded evergreen shrub known for its creamy, finely textured leaves. In its early stages, it develops into a tight spherical shape but can be susceptible to sun-scald. This plant is an excellent option for rock gardens and troughs, featuring delicate, almost string-like gray-green foliage with cream-colored tips that enhance the garden's texture and color.

Growing very slowly, a fully mature 'Cream Ball' will reach about 18 inches in height and 2 feet in width after a decade. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it suitable for containers or rock gardens.