Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Sparkling Arrow’ – Variegated Weeping Alaskan Cedar | Rare Evergreen Conifer | #1 Container Plant

Add dramatic year-round texture and rare variegated beauty to your landscape with this live Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Sparkling Arrow’, a striking weeping Alaskan cedar selected by renowned plantsman Talon Buchholz. Originating as a sport of the popular ‘Green Arrow’, this rare evergreen conifer features elegant blue-green foliage boldly streaked with creamy white variegation that remains remarkably stable over time. Its strongly weeping narrow habit creates a graceful cascading silhouette perfect for vertical accents and collector landscapes. Fast becoming a favorite among conifer enthusiasts, ‘Sparkling Arrow’ develops into a tall slender specimen reaching approximately 10–15 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide in 10 years, making it ideal for tight garden spaces, modern landscapes, rock gardens, mixed borders, and ornamental focal points. Hardy, easy to maintain, and visually unforgettable, this rare variegated cedar brings movement, contrast, and architectural elegance to the garden throughout every season. You will receive a healthy live plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Sparkling Arrow’
✔️ Originally grown in #1 container
✔️ Approximate height: 6–12 inches
✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen conifer
✔️ Ships wrapped for moisture retention
✔️ Does not ship with container
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Sparkling Arrow Weeping Alaskan Cedar
Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Sparkling Arrow’
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer tree
Growth Stage: Young established plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 10–15 feet in 10 years
Mature Width: Approximately 3–4 feet
Growth Habit: Extremely narrow strongly weeping form
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Foliage Color: Blue-green with creamy white variegation
Special Features: Stable variegation and cascading habit
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for decorative containers while young

🌿 Perfect Landscape Uses
✔ Vertical accent tree
✔ Collector conifer gardens
✔ Modern and Japanese-inspired landscapes
✔ Rock gardens and mixed borders
✔ Narrow spaces and architectural plantings

💡 Care Tip: Full sun encourages the brightest variegation. Avoid poorly drained heavy clay soils and mulch around the roots to help maintain consistent moisture. Remove any reverted green growth if it appears, though this cultivar is known for excellent variegation stability.