Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Crippsii’ – Golden Hinoki Cypress – Evergreen Conifer – Yellow Foliage Tree – Japanese Garden Plant – 4” Pot

Bring year-round color and structure to your landscape with Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Crippsii’, a stunning Golden Hinoki Cypress prized for its soft, fan-like foliage in vibrant shades of gold and chartreuse.

This elegant evergreen forms a naturally pyramidal shape, making it a standout focal point in gardens, containers, or Japanese-inspired landscapes. Its bright golden color holds beautifully through winter, adding warmth and contrast when most plants fade.

🌟 Why Gardeners Love It

• 🌲 Brilliant golden evergreen foliage year-round
• ✨ Elegant pyramidal growth habit
• 🪴 Great for containers & small garden accents (slow growing)
• 🎍 Perfect for Japanese & Zen garden designs
• 🌿 Low-maintenance once established

📦 What You’ll Receive

• Quantity: 1 live plant
• Size: 4” pot (young, well-rooted starter plant)

🌿 Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Crippsii’
• Common Name: Golden Hinoki Cypress
• Plant Type: Evergreen Conifer
• Mature Height: 8–15 ft (larger over decades)
• Spread: 4–10 ft
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Foliage Color: Golden yellow with chartreuse interior
• Hardiness Zones: 5–8

🌱 Care Instructions

• ☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade (best color in sun)
• 🌱 Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• 💧 Water: Moderate; avoid soggy conditions
• ✂️ Pruning: Minimal—naturally maintains shape

💡 Tip: Use as a focal point or pair with dark green evergreens for dramatic contrast

🌸 Perfect For

• Japanese & Zen gardens
• Evergreen borders & foundation plantings
• Containers & patio accents
• Rock gardens & small landscapes
• Year-round color in mixed plantings