Chamaecyparis obtusa gracilis Pagoda Green

Pagoda Green Hinoki Cypress

A dwarf Hinoki cypress selection with tighter, smaller foliage and a slow, compact pyramidal habit — narrower and more restrained than standard ‘Gracilis’. Its rich green sprays provide excellent texture and year-round structure, making it suitable as an accent or specimen in mixed borders and small landscapes.

Size:



Width: ~4–6 ft (est.)



Height: ~6–8 ft (est.; often listed ~8 ft mature size)



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Best foliage density in brighter light)

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with dense green foliage



Compact pyramidal habit with refined texture



Strong four-season interest



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

Uses:
Specimen planting, mixed evergreen borders, small garden accents

Notes:
Growth is slow; cultivar is typically smaller than standard ‘Gracilis’ and forms tighter foliage clusters. Best in well-drained soils and protected from hot, drying winds.

Branding: —

Plant type

Dwarf Conifer

Height

6-8'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Specimen

Shape

Pyramidal

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No