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Chamaecyparis obtusa Gold Drop

Gold Drop Hinoki Cypress

A compact, dwarf Hinoki cypress selected for its bright golden-yellow foliage that holds excellent color through the seasons. This cultivar forms a tight, low mounded habit with refined fan-shaped sprays that brighten shaded or small garden spaces. Its cheerful gold tones make it a standout in conifer collections and mixed borders.

Size:



Width: ~3–5 ft



Height: ~3–6 ft



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Best golden color in full sun; light afternoon shade helps prevent scorch in hot climates.)

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with bright golden foliage



Dense, compact, dwarf habit



Excellent year-round color and texture



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 p

Plant type
Dwarf Conifer
Height
3-6'
Width
3-5'
Hardiness zones
5–8
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Moderate
Fall color
Medium Sea Green
Soil
Acidic, Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Accent Plant, Container, Specimen
Shape
Broad Upright
Deer resistant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No