Chamaecyparis obtusa Crippsii has golden foliage and grows smaller than it species parent.
It is a vigorous, conical shaped conifer growing to about 4m in height. The slightly pendulous sprays of scale-like leaves and broad spreading branches give the tree a soft fullness from top to bottom.
This is a deservedly popular plant, being most handsome and easily grown - particularly good for providing contrast in amongst more dominant green foliage.
It is most attractive in winter months when it provides needed colour and it also makes a terrific lawn specimen.