The Yellow Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Confucius') is a semi-dwarf, evergreen conifer in the cypress family, prized for its striking year-round color and tidy upright form. Its soft, scale-like foliage grows in flat, fan-shaped sprays with bright lemon-yellow tips and deeper gold and green tones toward the interior. At maturity, this slow-growing tree reaches 10 to 12 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide with a broad, pyramidal shape. It is an excellent choice for adding color and structure to smaller landscapes throughout every season.
Yellow Hinoki Cypress works well as a specimen, accent planting, or low hedge in residential gardens. Its compact size makes it a natural fit for small yards, foundation plantings, and patio containers. The vivid foliage provides strong visual interest even in winter when the rest of the garden has faded. This tree is low-maintenance and tolerates pollution, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of settings.
Yellow Hinoki Cypress Care
Plant your Yellow Hinoki Cypress in full sun to partial shade, aiming for at least a few hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain the brightest foliage color. It adapts to a range of soil types including clay, loam, and sand, as long as drainage is good. Water newly planted trees regularly until established, then reduce to watering during extended dry periods. A sheltered location protected from harsh winds will help this tree thrive, and it performs best in humid conditions.
Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer in the spring to support healthy growth. This tree requires very little pruning and is naturally tidy in form. Remove any damaged or dead branches as needed. If light shaping is desired, prune during the dormant season to avoid stressing the plant.
Yellow Hinoki Cypress Spacing
Space Yellow Hinoki Cypress plants 6 to 8 feet apart to allow for their mature spread and good air circulation. Their compact size makes them well-suited for tight spaces, small yards, and planting along foundations or patios. When used as a container plant, choose a large, sturdy pot with good drainage. Avoid planting in waterlogged areas, as consistently wet soil can lead to root rot.
Yellow Hinoki Cypress Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Trees |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 2 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 10 - 12 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Spacing: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Habit: Pyramidal, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Flower Description: No true flowers; small reddish pollen-bearing cones appear at branch tips |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Needled Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Gold/Yellow, Green |
| Foliage Description: Bright Lemon-Yellow Outer Foliage Fading to Gold and Emerald Green Interior |
| Seasonal Interest: 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: Humidity, Pollution |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Yellow Hinoki Cypress |
| Other Name(s): Confucius Hinoki Cypress, False Cypress |
| Scientific Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Confucius' |
- SKU:
- 1231029442-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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