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Chamaecyparis pisifera filifera Golden Charm

Gold charm Cypress

Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Filifera Golden Charm’ (Golden Charm False Cypress)
A delightful golden thread-foliaged false cypress selected for its bright lemon-gold foliage and soft, finely textured sprays that cascade gracefully from a compact mound. It’s an excellent accent plant for adding seasonal contrast and brightness to landscapes.

Size:



Width: ~4–6 ft



Height: ~3–5 ft



Zones: 4a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade
(Best gold color in full sun; afternoon shade helps protect foliage in hot climates.)

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with bright lemon → golden-yellow, threadlike foliage



Form: Low, rounded, mounded habit



Soft, feathery texture with attractive year-round interest



Attracts: Birds (shelter and cover)

Uses:
Mixed evergreen borders, foundation plantings, containers, rock gardens, contrast plantings

Notes:
Slow to moderate growth. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils for best performance. Minimal pruning needed—light shaping only if desired.

Plant type
Dwarf Conifer
Height
3-5'
Width
4-6'
Hardiness zones
4–7
Sunlight
Full sun to part shade
Growth rate
Moderate
Leaf color
Yellow
Fall color
Yellow
Soil
Loamy
Shape
Low Mounding, Rounded
Drought tolerant
No