Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Blue Feathers' (Hinoki Falsecypress 'Blue Feathers') brings a refined, conifer look to small spaces with its soft, juvenile foliage and cool blue-green color. You get a dense, compact plant that reads as both tidy and textural through every season, with evergreen structure that holds its form year-round.

Plant it where it will receive full sun to part shade. In cooler climates, more sun helps maintain the strongest blue tones; in warmer areas, a little afternoon shade can reduce stress. Give it a sheltered spot if you have drying winter winds, and leave room for it to develop a broad, mounded outline as it matures.

For best results, use moist, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Water regularly during establishment and during extended dry spells, especially for container-grown plants, but avoid consistently wet or poorly drained sites where root issues can develop. A mulch ring helps even out moisture and temperature swings while keeping the root zone protected.

This cultivar is a natural fit for foundation beds, rock gardens, and large containers where you want evergreen color and fine texture without constant pruning. If shaping is needed, make light, selective cuts and avoid hard shearing into old wood. Pair it with contrasting broadleaf evergreens, perennials, and ornamental grasses to highlight its feathery, blue-green foliage.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-8 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Mature height: 36-48"
• Spread: 48-60"
• Evergreen: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes

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