The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Confucius hinoki false cypress

Family: Cupressaceae (cypress family)

Distribution: Species native to Japan and Taiwan

Hardiness: USDA Zone 4

Life form: Evergreen tree

Comments: A dwarf, evergreen shrub growing to 6' tall. Shape is upright conical. Bright yellow outer foliage lays over emerald-green foliage. Conspicuous brown branchlets. Very cold tolerant foliage is resistant to desiccation. Can be used as an accent or specimen plant.