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