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Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold'

Also Known As

  • King's Gold Sawara False Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 4a

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold' plant details

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Uses: dwarf, globose, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold'

USDA Zones: 4a - 4a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This newer variety is very similar to 'Golden Mops' but slightly more sun tolerant, holding its bright yellow color through summer quite well! Thin yellow string-like foliage mounds with a semi-weeping habit.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis pisifera 'King's Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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