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Compact Green Hinoki False Cypress

Chamaecyparis obtusa compacta

Category: Evergreen Shrub • False Cypress

Compact Green Hinoki False Cypress is an attractive evergreen ideal for small spaces and foundation planting.

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Mature Height: 3-5 feet
Mature Width: 3-5 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Slow
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Evergreen

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Compact Green Hinoki False Cypress is a slow-growing evergreen conifer with a dense, compact form. It features rich green foliage and a graceful, layered appearance, making it an excellent choice for small gardens or as a focal point in landscape designs.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It requires moderate moisture and can tolerate a range of soil types.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, with moderate moisture levels. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH and adapts well to various soil conditions.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Compact growth habitattractive foliageevergreen

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for small gardens or as a focal point. Its dense form provides excellent year-round interest.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Frequently Asked Questions

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