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Chamaecyparis pisifera Aurea Nana

Dwarf Golden Japanese False Cypress

A compact, golden false cypress prized for its bright yellow-gold, threadlike foliage and diminutive, mounded habit. The cheerful golden color softens to a yellow-green with age but remains a standout accent in mixed plantings, rock gardens, and small landscapes.
Size:


Width: ~3–4 ft


Height: ~2–3 ft


Zones: 4a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (Best golden color in full sun; light afternoon shade helps prevent scorch in hotter climates.)
Soil: Moist, well-drained soils
Features:


Evergreen conifer with bright golden-yellow, threadlike foliage


Form: Low, rounded, compact mound


Soft, feathery texture with year-round interest


Attracts: Birds (shelter and cover)
Uses: Rock gardens, mixed evergreen borders, containers, foundation plantings, mass plantings
Notes: Slow growing. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils for best performance. Minimal pruning required—shape lightly only if desired.

Minimum zone

4

Maximum zone

8

Height

2-3'

Width

3-4'