.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Golden Threadleaf Falsecypress Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Filifera Aurea' Description A vibrant, golden foliage conifer featuring finely textured, thread-like leaves. This ornamental shrub offers a delicate appearance with dense, bushy growth and bright, golden-yellow color year-round. Suitable for shaping and accents in gardens or landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for foundation plantings, mixed borders, or as a container specimen. Its attractive foliage makes it suitable for focal points or small hedges in both formal and casual gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Golden Threadleaf Falsecypress Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Filifera Aurea' Common Name: Golden Threadleaf Falsecypress Size & Growth: Typically grows 3-6 ft tall and wide, with a slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Does not produce showy flowers; mainly valued for foliage Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Complementary with other conifers and ornamental shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Select a sunny location with well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and place the plant at the same depth it was in the container. Water thoroughly after planting. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic, well-draining soils. Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape. Remove dead or damaged branches as needed. Winter Care: Usually hardy; mulching helps protect roots in colder zones. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery; ensure roots are covered, but crown is above soil line. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Avoid excessive fertilizing or overwatering to prevent root rot.