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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis' - Slender Hinoki Cypress

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Gracilis' is a distinguished addition to any landscaping endeavor. Often referred to as the Slender Hinoki Cypress, this evergreen tree is sincerely graceful, adapting well to a variety of environments and stealing the show with its unique, dark green, fan-like foliage. A standout in the Cupressaceae family, its charm lies in its lovely pyramidal shape and elegantly tiered branches, providing an appealing visual texture. With an impressive height potential of up to 20 feet and a width of 10 feet, its stately presence can be utilized for creating natural privacy barriers or as a statement specimen in quieter garden pockets. Despite its lofty stature, it's a model of hardiness, resisting deer, pests, and diseases. It flourishes in full sun or partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil, asking only for moderate watering to maintain its radiant health. The Slender Hinoki Cypress isn't just a tree - it's a testament to enduring beauty, versatility, and the slow but ceaseless dynamism of nature.

  • Size: Up to 15-20 feet tall and 10 feet wide
  • Foliage: Dark green, fan-like leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Resistance: Deer-resistant, pest-resistant, and disease-resistant
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