What to do with this tree? Chamaecyparis obtusa

[Manbris]

Hi!

I got this tree a while ago. Not sure what to do with it. Please share some insights, development photos and advices.

It is a young tree with a thin trunk. Bonsai or not? Do not want to waste it.

Thanks as always!

 

[Orion_metalhead]

it doesnt lool healthy at all so, right now Id focus on getting it to optimal health - fertilize, better soil, maybe ground grow it for a few years to thicken up.

 

[defra]

I agree with above, its not healthy enough to endure a full styling also looking at yhe foliage and bark i am wondering if its a hinoki to me looks more like a thuja

 

[Manbris]

I agree with above, its not healthy enough to endure a full styling also looking at yhe foliage and bark i am wondering if its a hinoki to me looks more like a thuja

Thanks. Good question - not sure myself. How do we tell?

 

[defra]

Thanks. Good question - not sure myself. How do we tell?

Where did you get the tree from ?
Compare the foliage with thuja or maybe even juniperus is possible but im almost sure its not hinoki foliage i see here .
Use plant finder or google lens or Just look up pictures and compare

 

[Manbris]

Where did you get the tree from ?
Compare the foliage with thuja or maybe even juniperus is possible but im almost sure its not hinoki foliage i see here .
Use plant finder or google lens or Just look up pictures and compare

Thanks. I got it from eBay… just described as chamaecyparis obtusa. You are right- it does not really look like one. Ok I will check.

Without knowing what conifer it is, can I assume it is full Sun and moderate drainage?

 

[WNC Bonsai]

In the UK most hinoki are grafted onto thuja. At any rate they can take full to part sun and prefer it on the moist side. I use a well drained mix but add about 20-30% pine bark to help moisture retention but in your climate 10% may be enough with your rainfall.

 

[Manbris]

In the UK most hinoki are grafted onto thuja. At any rate they can take full to part sun and prefer it on the moist side. I use a well drained mix but add about 20-30% pine bark to help moisture retention but in your climate 10% may be enough with your rainfall.

Thanks a lot.