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Hinoki Cypress 'Nana Lutea'

Chamaecyparis obtusa

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Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Hardiness
Zone 5-8

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

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea' is a highly sought-after ornamental dwarf conifer, prized for its compact habit and bright golden foliage, which remains particularly decorative year-round. It forms a dense, rounded to slightly irregular silhouette, composed of short, overlapping branches that give it a textured and refined appearance. Its persistent golden yellow to yellowish-green foliage brightens borders, rockeries, and Japanese gardens, especially when planted in a sunny location. With slow growth, it maintains modest dimensions for a long time, making it an excellent choice for small gardens and container cultivation. Well-adapted to Quebec conditions, Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea' prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and a sheltered exposure from winter winds to retain the full intensity of its coloration.

Cyprès Hinoki ‘Nana Lutea’ (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

golden-yellowish awn

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