A slender golden evergreen with layered Hinoki fans and a softly sculpted silhouette for year-round glow
FEATURES:
- Golden foliage that brightens beds and adds warm contrast in every season
- Slender, upright habit for vertical structure without a bulky footprint
- Layered, fan-like sprays for that classic Hinoki texture and refined detail
- Naturally dense growth that stays tidy and polished with minimal pruning
- Perfect as a focal evergreen near entries, patios, and high-visibility corners
- Strong winter interest with golden color and sculptural form when the garden is bare
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Texture reads best when it has breathing room. Don’t crowd Hinoki with lots of other busy plants. One calm groundcover at the base and a darker green backdrop behind it will make the golden fans look crisp and intentional.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Mature Height: 8-12' tall
- Mature Width: 3-5' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 3-5' apart
Slender Golden Hinoki Cypress
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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis Aurea'
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A slender golden evergreen with layered Hinoki fans and a softly sculpted silhouette for year-round glow
FEATURES:
- Golden foliage that brightens beds and adds warm contrast in every season
- Slender, upright habit for vertical structure without a bulky footprint
- Layered, fan-like sprays for that classic Hinoki texture and refined detail
- Naturally dense growth that stays tidy and polished with minimal pruning
- Perfect as a focal evergreen near entries, patios, and high-visibility corners
- Strong winter interest with golden color and sculptural form when the garden is bare
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Texture reads best when it has breathing room. Don’t crowd Hinoki with lots of other busy plants. One calm groundcover at the base and a darker green backdrop behind it will make the golden fans look crisp and intentional.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Mature Height: 8-12' tall
- Mature Width: 3-5' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 3-5' apart
Why plant Slender Golden Hinoki Cypress?
Slender Golden Hinoki Cypress is chosen for the way it makes a landscape feel finished, even in the off-season. The foliage holds golden tones that lift dark greens and warm up stone and brick, while the fan-like Hinoki texture brings that layered, almost carved look that feels intentional and high-end. Its habit is more slender and upright than many Hinokis, making it an excellent option when you want height and structure but don’t have room for something wide.
It’s evergreen glow, refined texture, and a clean silhouette, all in one plant.
How to use Slender Golden Hinoki Cypress in the landscape?
Plant it as a vertical accent near an entry, at the corner of a foundation bed, or along a walkway where you want a tidy evergreen “pillar” with softer texture than a typical columnar shrub. It looks especially crisp against deep green evergreens, which make the golden foliage pop. Use it as a single focal plant or repeat it in a spaced rhythm for a more formal, designed look. Keep the base planting simple and low, mulch, gravel, or a single groundcover, so the silhouette stays clean and the layered texture remains the feature.
Frequently Asked Questions
This conifer does not produce showy blooms. It may form small cones, but it’s grown for evergreen foliage color, layered texture, and its tidy upright form.
It’s selected for golden foliage, though intensity can vary with sun exposure and season. Full sun typically produces the brightest color, while part shade can help keep foliage looking clean in hotter climates.
Very little. Prune selectively in late winter to remove dead or damaged growth if needed. Avoid heavy shearing so the natural layered Hinoki texture and sculpted form remain the feature.
