Contorta Hinoki Cypress 1 Live Conifer – Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Contorta’ – 3 Gallon Pot – 15″

Contorta Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Contorta’) is a slow-growing dwarf evergreen conifer valued for its distinctive twisting branches and richly colored foliage. Its unusual branch structure creates a sculptural appearance, making it an attractive choice for ornamental landscapes, rock gardens, and conifer collections.

The foliage is predominantly deep green, with lighter green new growth emerging in spring. As the foliage matures, it develops richer green tones that contrast with the naturally contorted branches. Its slow growth and compact habit make Contorta Hinoki Cypress particularly suitable for Japanese-inspired gardens, mixed evergreen borders, and decorative landscape plantings.

Supplied as one live Contorta Hinoki Cypress in a 3 gallon nursery pot, this specimen measures approximately 15 inches tall at the time of shipping. It generally performs best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and texture in suitable climates.

Plant Quantity: 1 Live Plant

Pot Size: 3 Gallon Pot

Shipping Height: Approx. 15 inches tall at time of shipping.

Nursery Grade: G3

Common Name: Contorta Hinoki Cypress

Scientific Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Contorta’

Plant Form: Live Potted Dwarf Conifer

Foliage Color: Deep green

New Growth Color: Light green

Growth Habit: Dwarf, slow-growing, irregularly branching

Branch Structure: Twisting, contorted

Plant Type: Evergreen Ornamental Conifer

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Common Name: Contorta Hinoki Cypress

• Scientific Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Contorta’

• Plant Quantity: 1 live conifer

• Pot Size: 3 Gallon Pot

• Shipping Height: Approx. 15 inches tall at time of shipping.

• Nursery Grade: G3

• Plant Type: Dwarf evergreen ornamental conifer

• Plant Family: Cupressaceae

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Foliage Color: Deep green

• New Growth Color: Light green

• Branch Structure: Twisting, contorted

• Growth Habit: Dwarf, irregularly branching

• Growth Rate: Slow

• Evergreen: Yes

• Flower Color: No showy flowers

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 4–8

• Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate

• Landscape Uses: Japanese-inspired gardens, rock gardens, evergreen borders, specimen plantings

• Container Suitable: Yes, with adequate drainage

• Seasonal Appearance: Evergreen throughout the year

• Primary Ornamental Features: Twisting branches and deep green foliage

One live Contorta Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Contorta’), natural woody stems and contorted branches, evergreen foliage, root system, growing medium, and 3 gallon nursery pot.

Pot Size: 3 Gallon Pot

Shipping Height: Approx. 15 inches tall at time of shipping.

Nursery Grade: G3