Hinoki Cypress – Chamaecyparis obtusa Tree Seeds | 600 Seeds | Evergreen Bonsai & Privacy Screen Tree

Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) is a graceful, slow-growing evergreen conifer native to Japan and highly prized for its elegant pyramidal form and rich exfoliating bark. With its layered, horizontal branching and soft, flat sprays of dark green foliage, this tree brings year-round structure and beauty to any landscape.

In cultivation, Hinoki Cypress typically reaches 50–75 feet tall with a 15–25 foot spread. The scale-like foliage features subtle white markings underneath, while mature trees develop striking reddish-brown bark that peels in narrow strips. Small orange-brown cones (about ½ inch in diameter) provide additional ornamental interest.

Ideal for privacy screens, hedges, Japanese gardens, specimen plantings, and bonsai, Hinoki Cypress is also recognized as one of the American Horticultural Society’s “75 Great Plants for American Gardens.”

You will receive:
✔️ 600 Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Complete sowing and stratification instructions
✔️ Secure, moisture-resistant packaging

🌿 Plant Details
Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis obtusa
Common Names: Hinoki Cypress, Japanese False Cypress
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer
USDA Zones: 4–8
Growth Rate: Slow
Mature Height: 50–75 feet
Spread: 15–25 feet
Shape: Pyramidal
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates clay, loam, sand; prefers slightly acidic
Water: Medium
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Maintenance: Low
Foliage: Evergreen, scale-like flat sprays
Cones: Small, orange-brown, ½ inch

🌱 Seed Preparation & Germination

Seeds are very small. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours.

2. Cold stratify for 30–40 days at 40°F in a moist medium (not wet).

3. Sow indoors 1/8 inch deep and keep evenly moist (never soggy).

Growing Tip: Protect young trees from strong winds. Prune lightly in summer if shaping is needed, and avoid cutting into older brown wood. Ensure excellent drainage for best long-term growth.