Golden Hinoki Cypress

Golden Hinoki Cypress

24" Box
$699.99
Sale price  $699.99 Regular price 
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Golden Hinoki Cypress

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Aurea'

Vibrant Year-Round Golden Foliage • Soft, Layered Broad-Pyramidal Form • Luxurious Fine Texture

$699.99
Sale price  $699.99 Regular price 
Size24" Box

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Golden Hinoki Cypress is a living sculpture of radiant beauty, prized for its rich, warm golden-yellow foliage that shines year-round. This slow-growing, elegant conifer forms a broad, graceful pyramid with soft, flattened sprays of foliage that have a distinctive, slightly irregular and layered texture. Its stunning color and refined form make it an exceptional focal point, bringing a touch of timeless elegance and brilliant, non-fading color to foundation plantings, Asian-inspired gardens, or as a standalone specimen.

  • Celebrated for its vibrant, warm golden-yellow foliage that retains its color throughout the year without fading to green.

  • Grows in a soft, broad-pyramidal to conical form with gracefully layered, horizontal to slightly arching branches.

  • Foliage is arranged in flat, fern-like sprays with a fine, luxurious texture.

  • A slow to moderate-growing evergreen, allowing it to be a manageable long-term investment in the landscape.

  • Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil and benefits from protection from harsh afternoon sun and drying winds in hot climates.

  • An exquisite choice for a specimen, in Asian-themed gardens, or as a colorful anchor in mixed borders.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Soft, fan-like sprays of scale-like foliage. New growth is a vibrant, golden-yellow, maturing to a rich, dark green in the interior, creating a striking two-toned effect. The foliage is aromatic when crushed.Habit: A graceful, evergreen conifer with a broad, pyramidal form and dense, layered, slightly weeping branches. The growth is compact and tidy.
  • Mature Height: 15-30 ft.
  • Mature Width: 10-15 ft.
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade (Color is most vibrant in full sun)
  • Key Advantages:Striking golden-yellow foliage provides year-round color.Dense, elegant form excellent for screening.Low maintenance.Deer resistant.Adaptable to various soil types
  • Landscape Uses:Specimen tree.Privacy screen or hedge.Foundation planting (for larger homes).Asian-inspired or formal gardens.Bonsai subject
FAQs

Q: Does it need full sun to stay golden?
A: Full sun is ideal for the most intense golden color. However, in regions with very hot summers (e.g., USDA Zone 7 and south), afternoon shade is beneficial to prevent scorching. In too much shade, the foliage may become more lime-green.

Q: How do I prune it?
A: Prune minimally and selectively to maintain its natural shape. The best method is hand-pruning(using fingers or sharp snips) to remove stray or overly long shoots back to a lateral branch within the foliage mass, preferably in late winter or early spring. Avoid shearing, as it ruins the soft, natural texture.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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