Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Aurora’

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Aurora’ (Golden Hinoki Cypress) is a compact evergreen prized for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage and dense, finely textured branching. Its soft, fan-like sprays hold their bright color throughout the growing season, adding warmth and contrast to foundation plantings, borders, and conifer gardens.

With a slow to moderate growth rate of 3-6 inches per year, ‘Aurora’ performs best in USDA Zones 4–8. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Naturally compact and easy to maintain, this golden Hinoki Cypress provides year-round structure, color, and refined texture in residential and commercial landscapes.