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Week 18 – May 01, 2024

Plant Information

Chamaecyparis Lucas Golden Hinoki

  • Lucas Golden Hinoki Chamaecyparis - Bloom
  • Lucas Golden Hinoki Chamaecyparis - Container
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa

Common Name: False Cypress

Hardiness Zone: 5a - 8a

Hardiness Degree: -20°F (-28.9°C)

Blooming Season: Spring, Winter

Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright

Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Winter Interest (regional), Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Scented Foliage, Heat Tolerant

Water: Medium

Fertilize: None or when needed only

Height: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)

Width: 36 - 48" (91 - 122cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: 

Striking, tri-colored conifer has dark red stems and creamy white foliage with gold-yellow edges. Heat and drought-tolerant, this evergreen grows at a medium rate and is resistant to deer.

Grower Information:

A Ball Ornamentals Exclusive 

A tri-colored conifer of green, yellow and white

The more compact and shrubby side of Chamaecyparis

'Lucas'

Protection Information: PP19,949