Botanical profile

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea'

Latin name
Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea'
Common name
Hinoki Cypress 'Nana Lutea'
Type
Ornamental dwarf conifer
Family
Cupressaceae

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.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5–8
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Light in spring
Soil type
Well-drained, slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
-20.2 °F
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not specified
Flower color
Not specified
Fruiting
Small, plain, unadorned cones
Foliage color
golden-yellowish awn
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Rounded to irregular compact
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2.5–3.5 ft (0.8–1 m)
Width
3–4 ft (1–1.2 m)
Growth rate
Slow

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