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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Gracilis Aurea Golden Hinoki Cypress

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 10'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea' plant details

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea' is an evergreen conifer tree with gold foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 'Gracilis Aurea'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea' - A yellow upright form of Japanese Hinoki Cypress. Leaves are just like the variety 'Gracilis'. Very wiry with yellow leaves. Very tight upright with horizontal branches. Grows at same rate as species.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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