{"product_id":"lemon-twist-hinoki-cypress-chamaecyparis-obtusa-lemon-twist-golden-evergreen-accent-tree-3-container-plant","title":"Lemon Twist Hinoki Cypress – Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Lemon Twist’ | Golden Evergreen Accent Tree in #3 Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd year-round golden color and unique texture to your landscape with this live Lemon Twist Hinoki Cypress, \u003cem\u003eChamaecyparis obtusa ‘Lemon Twist’\u003c\/em\u003e, a rare evergreen conifer prized for its twisting thread-like foliage and glowing lemon-yellow color. This false cypress features soft arching foliage in vibrant shades of lemon gold to acid green, creating the appearance of a glowing fountain of golden threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecially trained on a short stem, ‘Lemon Twist’ develops into a striking sculptural accent perfect for garden focal points, patios, borders, and collector landscapes. Hardy, adaptable, and easy to grow, this compact evergreen gradually matures into a graceful small tree approximately 6–8 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide, ideal for both small gardens and larger landscape designs. Its slow growth rate and year-round evergreen color make it an exceptional ornamental specimen with minimal maintenance needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Lemon Twist Hinoki Cypress\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Botanical name: \u003cem\u003eChamaecyparis obtusa ‘Lemon Twist’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Originally grown in #3 container\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted evergreen conifer\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Lemon Twist Hinoki Cypress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem\u003eChamaecyparis obtusa ‘Lemon Twist’\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen conifer tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Established container-grown plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6–8 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: Approximately 3–4 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Compact upright with twisting arching foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -40°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage Color: Lemon yellow to acid green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Features: Twisted thread-like evergreen foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, excellent for patios and decorative containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvergreen focal point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatio and container specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese-inspired gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed borders and conifer gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall landscape accent tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sunny location for the brightest golden foliage color. Mulch around the root zone to help maintain moisture and protect roots from extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"RhododendronsandMore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499604963460,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_23_5c660dc6-4e7a-4bd6-9fdf-0e46d07d8141.jpg?v=1783660348","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/lemon-twist-hinoki-cypress-chamaecyparis-obtusa-lemon-twist-golden-evergreen-accent-tree-3-container-plant","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}