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Also Known As

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Butter Ball'
Butter Ball Dwarf Japanese Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 12"
W: 24"

planting zones

5a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $36

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30 at Gossler Farms

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Butterball' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Butterball' is an 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Butterball'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, dwarf, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Butterball'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dwarf (6 -8” in five years) cypress. The golden foliage is very attractive year round. We find our plants need semi-shade or afternoon shade.

By: Gossler Farms

A buttery colored Hinoki cypress in a very slow growing, globose shape. Foliage is not as densely packed as many other similar cultivars. Despite its golden foliage as well, it is still able to tolerate full sun with little to no worry about sun scorch. I

By: Conifer Kingdom

Tiny slow growing buttery mound to about 10 inches at 10 years. Does not require shearing to keep small. Hardy in a wide variety of climates requiring very little care. Takes full sun or partial shade (in hottest summer areas plant in filtered shade only). Perfect yellow accent for all small scale scenes.. LiveScale©Choice-Miniature. Shipping size: 5-7 inches.

By: Mini Forest By Sky

A miniature round Hinoki Cypress. This cute little bright-yellow dwarf lives up to its name. Perfect for rock or Fairy gardens. Very slow growing.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Butter Ball' - Bright, lemony yellow tips on tightly congested foliage give this small, globose Hinoki a fresh, cheery look. The vivid coloring contrasts beautifully with naturally darker inner foliage. A consistently rounded habit and very slow growth distinguish this selection as superior to others. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.