Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Crippsii' ~ Golden Hinoki False Cypress

Golden Hinoki False Cypress is an evergreen conifer shrub with a loose upright habit.  Its feathery scale-like leaves are a bright gold-yellow that droop slightly at the end and holds its color well in winter.  Prefers full sun and moist well-drained soil. Type:  Shrub, Conifer Height:  8’ - 10’ Spread:  3’ - 4' Spacing:  3’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 8 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  N/A Season of Interest:  Year-Round MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water regularly but needs well-drained soil.  Juniper blight, root rot, and certain insect pests can be issues if soil to wet. Shelter from hard winds.  LANDSCAPE USES:  Specimen or Groups plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Rock Garden, Foundation Planting, Hedges, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Hosta, Camellia, Japanese Black Pine IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Chamaecyparis obtusa Crispii 0zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by F. D. Richards, The Harper Collection, HR-P