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Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress

Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop'

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Overview

Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress 'Golden Mop' (Chamaecyparis pisifera) is an eye-catching conifer showcasing soft, thread-like, golden-yellow foliage. This slow-growing evergreen reaches 3-5 feet in height and width, making it ideal for small gardens or accent features. Hardy in zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Minimal pruning is needed, allowing its naturally mounded shape to add texture and year-round interest to landscapes.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — This slow-growing evergreen reaches 3-5 feet in height and width

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — This slow-growing evergreen reaches 3-5 feet in height and width; minimal pruning is needed
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — Hardy in zones 4-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers, image 26
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — allowing its naturally mounded shape to add texture and year-round interest to, image 28
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — Minimal pruning is needed; making it ideal for small gardens or accent features
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — evergreen conifer renowned for its unique; conifer / shrub for full
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — The Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Golden Mop,' commonly referred to as the Dwarf, image 29
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — gracefully arching leaves; evergreen conifer renowned for its unique
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — this dwarf cultivar provides striking textural contrast in landscape
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — the Golden Mop Cypress reaches a modest height of 3 to 5 feet and spreads equally wide; or
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — It flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8, image 35
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — growing at a slow rate of approximately 3 to 6 inches per year; allowing its naturally mounded
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — indicating its resilience to a wide range of climates.<br><br>Preferring full sun, image 36
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — the Golden Mop maintains its bright color best in sunny conditions; hardy in zones 4-8, it
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — and though it is drought-tolerant once established; it benefits from regular watering during
Dwarf Threadleaf Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera 'Golden Mop') — The plant requires well-drained soil; the Golden Mop Cypress reaches a modest height of 3 to 5

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