Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana lutea' Zone 4 pruning the vertical shoots from

pruning the vertical shoots from the top of 'Gyokuryu' once or twice a year is all that is necessary to maintain a small beautiful rounded plant

As the temperatures rise

full canopy

As it matures

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana lutea' Zone 4 pruning the vertical shoots fromChamaecyparis obtusa Nana Lutea is a dwarf golden Hinoki Cypress that is a definite must have for every garden. The flat sprays of compact tight yellow foliage give this plant a wonderful texture and color that contrasts well with other plants in the garden. The more sun 'Nana Lutea' receives the brighter yellow the foliage but some shade is required in hotter climates. This great little plant was found as a sport on 'Nana Gracilis' and introduced by