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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Crippsii'
Choose Cripps Gold Falsecypress if you want one gold evergreen accent near the house or in a mixed bed. The reason is color without constant pruning; the tradeoff is that it will not give quick privacy.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The gold foliage gives strong contrast, but it needs the right backdrop to avoid looking out of place. |
| Growth Rate | B- | It builds shape at a measured pace, so it rewards patience more than urgency. |
| Maintenance | B+ | It usually needs little pruning, but poor placement can lead to awkward trimming later. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed. |
| Small Space Fit | B | It fits many beds better than large spruces, but it still needs room off walks and walls. |
| Screening Value | C- | Use it as an accent, because it is too measured and too refined for a main privacy screen. |
At PGNE, we'd typically use Cripps Gold as a single accent, not a hedge. Give it breathing room, avoid soggy spots, and pair it with darker evergreens so the gold color looks intentional.
| Botanical Name | Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Crippsii' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Cripps Gold Hinoki Falsecypress |
| Mature Height | 10-15 ft |
| Mature Width | 4-5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-8b |
| Spacing | 4-5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, broadly conical |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | No (native to Japan) |
Best color comes with good light; more shade softens the yellow.
Use light pruning only; hard shearing ruins the natural texture.
Not as the main screen; use Brodie Juniper for that job.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-12015
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