Chamaecyparis obtusa Gracilis Nana

Dwarf Hinoki Cypress

A dwarf, compact Hinoki cypress selected for its rich green, densely layered, fan-shaped foliage and tidy, rounded to low pyramidal habit. It’s a smaller, more restrained relative of ‘Nana Gracilis,’ combining excellent texture with minimal space requirements. Ideal for rock gardens, small borders, and container plantings.

Size:



Width: ~2–4 ft



Height: ~3–5 ft



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Best color and foliage density in bright light; light afternoon shade helps in hotter climates)

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with dense, dark green, shell-like sprays



Compact, tight, dwarf form with fine texture



Excellent year-round interest and winter structure



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

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

Notes:
Very slow growing. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils. Minimal pruning is needed—best appreciated in its natural, compact form.

Plant type

Dwarf Conifer

Height

3-5'

Width

2-4'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Slow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Specimen

Shape

Oval

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No