Chamaecyparis obtusa Sunspray

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Sunspray’ is an eye-catching Hinoki cypress valued for its vibrant golden-yellow new growth that illuminates the landscape throughout the growing season. Dense, fan-shaped sprays of soft foliage mature to rich green toward the interior, creating a beautiful contrast that enhances the plant’s naturally upright, pyramidal form. Originating as a colorful selection of the Japanese Hinoki cypress, this cultivar brings year-round texture and bright foliage to gardens without overwhelming neighboring plants.

A slow-growing evergreen, ‘Sunspray’ typically grows 4–6 inches per year, eventually reaching 6–10 feet tall and 3–5 feet wide. It performs best in full sun to partial shade, where its golden foliage develops the richest color, and thrives in moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–8, ‘Sunspray’ makes an outstanding specimen, foundation plant, or focal point in conifer gardens, Asian-inspired landscapes, and mixed evergreen borders, providing brilliant color and refined texture in every season.