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Chamaecyparis obtusa Nana Lutea

Golden Dwarf Hinoki Falsecypress

A golden-yellow, compact, slow-growing selection with an irregular, globose form developing into an upright, broad habit as it ages. Foliage will become brighter in more open settings. Requires protection from the hot, summer sun.

  • »  Dwarf, upright cultivar with vertical, irregular branching
  • »  Golden-yellow, fan-shaped sprays of thick, compact foliage
  • »  Older, inner foliage is a lighter green
  • »  Once established, it is extremely drought tolerant
  • »  Unique, focal point for a traditional oriental or zen style

2gal
$105.00
3gal Low Inventory
$147.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:125-150 cm
  • Spread:100-125 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Dwarf
• Pyramidal
• Rounded
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Golden
• Green
• Yellow
Landscape uses
• Rock garden
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea'

Globose, young plants develop into columnar uprights with little to no maintenance. This cultivar benefits from protection against the intense, summer sun, as the new growth is prone to sunburn. A great specimen for a rock garden.