Cypress, Golden Mop #3S $44.99
Cypress Golden Mop
Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Golden Mop'
Height: Typically 2–3 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 3–4 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 3–4 feet apart for full coverage
Growth Rate: Slow
Evergreen
Description
Cypress Golden Mop is a stunning low-growing evergreen that delivers year-round color and a refreshing splash of texture to the landscape. Its fine, thread-like foliage glows in a brilliant golden-yellow hue, forming a lovely, tidy mound that softens edges and brightens mixed plantings. With a naturally rounded form and textural interest, this standout shrub offers a polished, well-maintained look with minimal effort. It’s a magnificent choice for borders, slopes, foundation beds, or as an eye-catching accent in rock landscapes.
This conifer's golden tones remain vibrant through all seasons, adding light and contrast even in winter when other plants fade.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to part shade
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots and consistent growth; once established, requires minimal supplemental watering except during prolonged dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature
- Pruning: Prune lightly in late spring to maintain shape if desired; avoid heavy pruning into old wood
With its brilliant color, tidy form, and soft texture, Cypress Golden Mop adds elegance and energy to the landscape, making it one of the finest choices for all-season visual interest.
