Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Top Point'

Atlantic White Cedar / Whitecedar Falsecypress

This little beauty is a great evergreen for small gardens or for grouping in larger landscapes. 'Top Point' White Cedar is a truly dwarf evrgreen, growing only 3" per year and reaching only four feet at maturity. Its blue foliage is soft in appearance and makes a tidy foundation planting that can also serve as the backdrop for herbaceous perennials. 'Top Point' grows slowly, so it is ideal for container combinations. Its tolerance for wet soils makes White Cedar a great choice for rain gardens or detention ponds.

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Grow Atlantic White Cedar in moist to average soil and full sun. It is not tolerant of shade. In a container, consistent moisture is essential.

Chamaecyparis thyoides is tolerant of periodic inundation as well as brief periods of drought.

Height 4-5 Feet

Spread 18-24 Inches

Native Range Chamaecyparis thyoides is found in damp meadows and swamps from Maine to Mississippi. USDA Distribution Map

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

"The leaves of Atlantic White Cedar are the sole food for larvae of the rare Hessel's Hairstreak Butterfly"

Characteristics & Attributes

Plan Sub Group • Conifers	Exposure • Sun	Soil • Acidic • Wide soil tolerance	Soil Moisture Preference • Average • Moist • Moist but well-drained
Attracts Wildlife • Butterflies • Songbirds	Habitat Collection • Wet Sun	Native Habitat • Coastal	Foliage Color • Blue-green
Uses • Rock garden • Container • Accent • Salt tolerant • Mass plant • Border