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Close up of gold hued Chamaecyparis Crippsii foliage

Golden Fernleaf

False Cypress

Chamaecyparis obtusa

'Crippsii'

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Unique texture
Colorful evergreen
Deer resistant

Description

'Crippsii' hinoki cypress is a garden classic: a small, loosely conical tree with golden fern-like foliage. It is one of the most elegant small golden conifers, and makes an excellent specimen plant for home gardens.

USDA Zone: 4 - 8 (-30°F/-34.4°C)
Exposure: Full sun, Part sun
Height: 8 - 12'
Width: 8 - 10'
Finish Time: 2 seasons
Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color: Yellow
Liner Sizes: 2 1/4", 4"

General Care

Soil

Hinoki cypress does best in moist, well-drained soils. Shallow root system benefits from mulch.

Pruning

Little needed; May be trimmed or pruned in late spring/early summer if desired.

Uses

Specimen planting.

Growing Tips

Yellow color is most pronounced in spring.

Features: Evergreen, Deer resistant, Winter interest, Foliage interest

Filters: Botanical genus: Chamaecyparis, Common name: False Cypress, Retail program: Local Roots®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Yellow foliage