Shrubs

Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana'

Nana dwarf Hinoki cypress

Hinoki cypress foliage labeled Nana by the source; mature miniature habit is not shown.

A true miniature Hinoki cypress with tightly packed, dark green fans and extremely slow growth. Its small scale suits rock gardens and detailed container plantings. This is the tiny Nana selection, distinct from the considerably larger Nana Gracilis.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Size at stated age: 6–8 in. at 10 years tall × 5–6 in. at 10 years wide
Water: Moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8 (species reference; cultivar performance may differ)