Hinoki Falsecypress 'Templehof' (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Templehof') brings the refined texture of hinoki foliage to a compact garden size. You get dense, fanlike sprays of rich green evergreen foliage and a neat, pyramidal form that looks crisp year-round.
Place it where it can hold its shape as it matures to about 36-48 inches tall and roughly 36-48 inches wide. It works as a small specimen near an entry, as a foundation accent, or as a structural evergreen in mixed borders. The slow, steady habit makes it easy to pair with perennials and boulders without outgrowing its space quickly.
For best performance, give your plant full sun to partial shade. In hotter or exposed sites, a bit of afternoon shade and protection from drying winds can help keep the foliage looking its best. Water regularly during establishment, then keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially through summer heat and winter dry spells.
Plant in well-drained soil and avoid spots that stay soggy. A light mulch ring helps conserve moisture and moderates soil temperature; keep mulch off the trunk. Minimal pruning is needed - simply remove any damaged or wayward shoots to maintain the natural, tidy pyramid.