
Sawara Cypress 'Kings Gold'
Chamaecyparis Pisifera Kings Gold
A dazzling dwarf conifer, 'Kings Gold' Sawara Cypress offers a brilliant splash of year-round golden-yellow foliage, perfect for adding a luminous touch to any landscape.
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About this plant
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Kings Gold' is a captivating dwarf conifer prized for its vibrant, thread-like golden-yellow foliage that holds its color beautifully throughout the year. Its graceful, mounding, and somewhat spreading habit creates a striking focal point, adding texture and a bright pop of color to the garden. Ideal for rock gardens, specimen plantings, mixed borders, or even as a cheerful accent in containers, 'Kings Gold' maintains a neat and compact form without extensive pruning. Its cheerful disposition brightens up even the dreariest winter days, making it an excellent choice for year-round interest. This low-maintenance evergreen thrives in well-drained soil and full to partial sun, proving to be a resilient and rewarding addition to both residential and commercial landscapes. Its unique color and form make it a must-have for those seeking something truly special.
Care & maintenance
Easily maintained, requiring minimal pruning to maintain its desirable shape. Water regularly during dry spells, especially in its first year. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage.
Quick facts
- Type
- evergreen
- Mature height
- 3-5 ft
- Mature width
- 4-6 ft
- Sun
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Water
- Medium
- Growth rate
- Slow