Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Reis Dwarf'

Reis Dwarf Hinoki Falsecypress

A dwarf Hinoki cypress selected for its compact, densely branched habit and rich dark green, shell-like foliage. It forms a tidy, rounded to low-mounded plant with excellent texture and year-round presence, making it ideal for small gardens, rockeries, and container plantings.

Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 2–4 ft



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Light afternoon shade recommended in hotter climates)

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with dense, dark green foliage



Compact, rounded dwarf habit



Strong four-season structure and texture



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

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

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

Plant type

Conifer

Height

6'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Specimen

Shape

Narrow Upright

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No