Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Lutea'

Nana Lutea ' Cypress

A compact, golden dwarf Hinoki cypress valued for its bright yellow to chartreuse new growth and dense, shell-like foliage. Color is most intense on the outer tips and softens to yellow-green with age, creating layered depth and year-round interest. The habit is low, rounded to irregular, making it an excellent accent plant where refined texture is desired.

Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 2–4 ft



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Best color in sun; light afternoon shade recommended in warmer climates)

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with golden foliage



Dense, compact dwarf habit



Exceptional texture and four-season color



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

Uses:
Rock gardens, containers, foundation plantings, mixed conifer borders, Japanese and Asian-inspired gardens

Notes:
Very slow growing and long-lived. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils. Minimal pruning required; best allowed to develop its natural form.

Plant type

Dwarf Conifer

Height

2-4'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

Dark Sea Green

Soil

Loamy, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Compact, Pyramidal, Rounded

Bark

Exfoliating

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No