Slender Hinoki false cypress is a needled evergreen tree in the Cupressaceae (cypress) family. This tree grows more compact and fuller than the genus in a pyramidal to a conical shape with short spreading and irregularly arranged branches. It grows slowly and will reach 6 feet in 10 years with a 3-4 foot spread. Latin for gracilis translates to “graceful.”
Hinoki cypress will grow best in full sun but tolerates light to dappled shade. It will adapt to most soil types except wet poorly drained ones. Keep the soil moist the first year and once established the tree is fairly drought tolerant. It needs little to no pruning except to remove damaged branches. This tree prefers some protection from the wind.
Zone: 4-8
Mature Height: 10-20 ft
Mature Spread: 4-6 ft
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