The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Lynn's Golden hinoki false cypress

Family: Cupressaceae (cypress family)

Synonym: Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Golden Ceramic'

Distribution: Species native to Japan and Taiwan

Hardiness: USDA Zone 4

Life form: Evergreen tree

Comments: A recent introduction that will undoubtedly become a standard in the garden. Upright-growing, conical conifer that is very dwarf, usually reaching a height of only 3'. Newest growth is a bright golden color that holds throughout summer months followed in winter by orange-brown. Excellent plant for the rock garden or as a specimen.