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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop'

Also Known As

Gold Drop Hinoki False Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 5'
W: 2'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gold Drop'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This American selection will make a flat topped arching plant with pretty fan shaped, dark green leaves.

By: Gossler Farms

'Gold Drop' has a compact globular to flat-topped habit with greenish-yellow foliage. It's a nice plant for locations where one wants a plant that is well formed and will not outgrow its location soon, however, the name is misleading - the gold influence is not strong. 'Green Drop' would be more appropriate name. Growth Rate 3-6"

By: Garden World

Small flat topped to slightly rounded form of Hinoke. This slow-moderate grower has yellow toned green foliage that glows in the winter, eventually reaching 5' or more.