famed for its striking bark
but easily reduced for bonsai
This is an excellent species for places with a Mediterranean climate
The contorted red variety is smaller in stature than the white
Notes: A rare and beautiful native cypress that adapts well to bonsai
Hedychium gracile Broadleaf Evergreen Tree famed for its striking barkUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 811 Native Range: Eastern Himalayas (Nepal, Bhutan, Northeast India) Soil: Rich, moist, well drained soil; benefits from regular watering and mulching Light: Partial shade to full sun (best flowering in bright filtered light) Height in the Garden: 35 ft Attributes: Rhizomatous, herbaceous perennial with slender, bamboo like stems and narrow, lance shaped leaves. Produces delicate, fragrant, pale yellow to creamy white flowers