Conifer Database - Golden Pincushion

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Chamaecyparis pisifera ‘Golden Pincushion’

Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Golden Pincushion' is a slow growing, flattened cushion of moss-like yellow foliage that presents best color when grown in full sun. After 10 years of growth, a mature specimen will measure 8 inches (20 cm) tall and 18 inches (30 cm) wide, an annual growth rate of around 1 inch (2 - 3 cm).

This cultivar originated in the early 1980s at Iseli Nursery, Boring, Oregon, USA.

Chamaecyparis pisifera



Chamaecyparis pisifera

Chamaecyparis pisifera

Chamaecyparis pisifera

Chamaecyparis pisifera

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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Yellow or Gold
GROWTH SHAPE:Cushion or Bun Shaped
GROWTH SIZE:Miniature: less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) per year / less than 12 inches (30 cm) after 10 years
ORIGIN:Unknown


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