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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Aurea Nana'
  • Aurea Nana Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 6'-9'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 6 FT - 9 FT - tall
Uses: rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Aurea Nana' is a very compact form of Hinoki Cypress. It is a stunning tree with bright gold foliage on twisted, fan-shaped branchlets. These contrast beautifully with the dark green interior. Growth Rate slow, 3-6" annually
A dense and slow growing dwarf with twisted fan shaped golden branchlets, I admit to confusion with Nana aurea, if there s a difference it is hard to see in young plants.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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aka Chamaecyparis 'Nana Gracilis', Dwarf Hinoki Cypress, Hinoki Cypress

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Conifer

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-10'

Width: 1'-3'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - occasional
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aka Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana True', Dwarf Hinoki Cypress

Plant Type

Shrub, Conifer

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
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aka Hinoki Cypress

Plant Type

Shrub, Conifer

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 24"-36"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly sun
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aka Stoneham Hinoki Cypress

Plant Type

Shrub, Conifer

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - occasional
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aka Callitropsis nootkatensis 'Van den Akker', Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Van Den Akker', Xanthocyparis nootkatensis 'Van den Aker', Van den Akker False Cypress, Van den Akker Narrow Alaskan Cedar

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 20'-30'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - occasional
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