Microbiota decussata
Russian Cypress
![Microbiota decussata Russian Cypress from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-1349.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Very hardy with leathery foliage
- Evergreen with striking bronze color in fall
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Evergreen](image/chars/char-23.png)
Evergreen
![Ground Cover](image/chars/char-27.png)
Ground Cover
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Full Shade](image/chars/char-3.png)
Full Shade
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Does well in sun or shade
One of the best groundcover conifers available
Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 8-10 ft
Price Level 1: $44.99~#2
Bloom Color:
Zone: 2-8
Price Level 2: $59.99~#3
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Evergreen
- Border or Bed
- Ground Cover
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Full Shade
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Bronze
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Winter
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained