{"product_id":"chamaecyparis-melody-plant-3ltr-pot","title":"Chamaecyparis 'Melody' Plant - 3Ltr Pot","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamaecyparis ‘Melody’ Plant – 3Ltr Pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring warmth, colour and elegant evergreen structure to your garden with Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Melody’. This attractive dwarf Hinoki Cypress is admired for its bright golden-yellow foliage, beautifully contrasted by darker green inner growth. Its soft, feathery texture and compact, upright form make it an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens and patio containers, providing year-round interest with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGolden-Yellow Foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vibrant golden foliage creates a beautiful splash of colour, contrasting with the deeper green growth towards the centre of the plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, Feathery Texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Delicate foliage adds depth, texture and visual interest to garden displays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, Upright Shape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its naturally conical growth habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens and carefully planned planting schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides attractive colour and structure throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Planting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for mixed borders, rock gardens, feature planting and decorative patio containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy and Low-Maintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A hardy evergreen conifer that thrives in suitable, well-drained conditions and requires little pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamaecyparis obtusa ‘Melody’, commonly known as Melody Hinoki Cypress, is a striking evergreen conifer valued for its colourful foliage and elegant growth habit. Its golden-yellow outer foliage contrasts beautifully with darker green inner leaves, creating a layered effect that brightens borders and complements a wide range of garden plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its upright, conical form, ‘Melody’ makes an attractive focal point in smaller gardens and mixed planting schemes. It also works well in rock gardens and containers, where its distinctive foliage can be appreciated throughout the seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis variety prefers fertile, well-drained soil and grows well in full sun or partial shade. A sunnier position generally encourages the strongest golden colouring, while some protection from intense afternoon sun can help prevent foliage scorch in hotter conditions. Choose a sheltered position for the best results, particularly in exposed gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce established, this hardy conifer is relatively easy to care for. Minimal pruning is usually needed, allowing it to retain its naturally attractive shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Melody’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Melody Hinoki Cypress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen ornamental conifer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3Ltr Pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 1–2m, depending on growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Spread:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 0.5–1m, depending on growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Golden-yellow outer foliage with darker green inner growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil; slightly acidic to neutral soil preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sheltered borders, rock gardens, containers and feature planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact, upright and conical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e H6, suitable for UK gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Minimal pruning required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not grown for its flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Grow in full sun or partial shade. A sunny position helps maintain the bright golden foliage, while some afternoon shade can be beneficial in hotter conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in fertile, well-drained soil. Slightly acidic to neutral soil is ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Avoid waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply a suitable slow-release fertiliser in spring if required, following the manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Little pruning is needed. Remove any dead or damaged growth and trim lightly only when necessary to maintain its shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Care:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a pot with drainage holes and use a good-quality, free-draining compost. Monitor watering carefully, as container-grown plants can dry out more quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Care:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This hardy evergreen is well suited to UK conditions. Protect container-grown plants from prolonged waterlogging and strong, drying winds where possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamaecyparis ‘Melody’ is a wonderful choice for adding golden colour, soft texture and year-round structure to your garden. Its elegant shape, distinctive foliage and easy-care nature make it a beautiful addition to borders, rockeries and patio containers, whether planted as a standalone feature or combined with other evergreens and ornamental shrubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position \u0026amp; conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jan Nieuwesteeg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60161941602688,"sku":"30000953","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/3570\/2578\/files\/conifer-plants-evergreen-shrubs-and-trees.jpg_3_f6149572-26ea-49eb-b12b-4cf81472c667.jpg?v=1792492969","url":"https:\/\/oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk\/products\/chamaecyparis-melody-plant-3ltr-pot","provider":"Old Railway Line Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}