Trees and shrubs

Hinoki Cypress 'Nana'

Chamaecyparis obtusa

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Exposure
Sunlight to partial shade
Hardiness
Zone 5-8

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Common nameHinoki Cypress 'Nana'
FamilyCupressaceae
GenusFalse Cypress
Speciesobtuse
CultivarNana
TypeOrnamental dwarf conifer
Botanical nameChamaecyparis obtusa

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Nana’ is a highly sought-after ornamental dwarf conifer renowned for its naturally compact habit and finely textured evergreen foliage. It forms a dense, rounded to slightly irregular silhouette, evoking a small, sculptural shrub perfectly suited for rock gardens, Japanese gardens, tidy borders, and container planting. Its deep dark green foliage, composed of short, overlapping branches, offers an elegant and structured presence year-round. With very slow growth, it maintains modest dimensions for a long time, making it an ideal choice for small spaces and low-maintenance, sustainable landscapes. Hardy and well-suited to Quebec's conditions, Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Nana’ prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and a sheltered exposure from winter winds to fully display its beauty.

Cyprès hinoki ‘Nana’ (Chamaecyparis obtusa)

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

-20.2 °F

Watering

Moderate

Soil type

Well-drained, slightly acidic

Fertilization

Light in spring

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

2.5–3.5 ft (0.8–1 m)

Width / spread

3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)

Flower color

Not specified

Foliage color

Dark green

Foliage type

Persistent

Growth rate

Slow

Growth habit

Rounded to irregular compact

Bloom period

Not specified

Fruiting

Small, plain, unadorned cones

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

No