{"product_id":"golden-charm-false-cypress","title":"Golden Charm False Cypress","description":"\u003cp\u003eGolden Charm False Cypress is a tight, rounded mound of brilliant gold threadleaf foliage — slower-growing than Golden Mop with a more refined form, perfect for Wayzata, Edina, and Minnetonka entry beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Golden Charm False Cypress\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:600px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;width:40%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChamaecyparis pisifera 'Golden Charm'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e3-4ft tall × 4-5ft wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eBloom \/ Foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eEvergreen golden foliage; no significant flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for best form and color.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eModerate. Drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eTolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Prefers well-drained soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e2-7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a). Reliable to -50°F.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eRarely browsed — spruces are deer-resistant evergreens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eEvergreen — needles in green, blue-green, or silver-blue. Holds color year-round.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eSlow to moderate — 6-12 inches per year for dwarf cultivars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love Golden Charm False Cypress\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecimen evergreen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDwarf spruces work as low-maintenance focal points in foundation beds, rock gardens, and entry plantings. Year-round structure and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoundation plantings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompact growth fits residential foundation beds without outgrowing the space — typical of Twin Cities suburban yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinter interest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue-foliage cultivars (Deja Blue, Pumila Dwarf Norway) particularly striking against snow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact golden threadleaf false cypress\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore compact and refined than Golden Mop with the same bright gold color. That's why Golden Charm False Cypress has earned a spot in our Minnesota launch catalog — it's a spruce we're confident will thrive in your Twin Cities landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Golden Charm False Cypress in the Twin Cities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring (mid-April through early June) or early fall (late August through late September). Avoid planting during peak summer heat — Twin Cities heat waves can stress newly installed root balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6+ hrs) for best form and color. Choose a location with the mature size of 3-4ft tall × 4-5ft wide in mind — give Golden Charm False Cypress room to fill out without crowding fences, sidewalks, or neighboring plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Prefers well-drained soils. If your Twin Cities yard has heavy clay (common in Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and Wayzata), amend the planting hole with 25-30% compost to improve drainage. For sandy soils in parts of Anoka and Washington counties, mix in compost to improve water retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDig a hole 2× the width of the root ball and the same depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoosen the sides of the hole — slick clay walls block root expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet Golden Charm False Cypress so the top of the root ball is 1-2\" above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed 25% with compost. Tamp gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater deeply (5+ gallons) immediately after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulch 2-3\" deep, keeping mulch 2\" away from the stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year (establishment):\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 1-2× per week from April through October. Golden Charm False Cypress needs consistent moisture to develop a strong root system for its first Minnesota winter. Check soil moisture 4-6\" deep — water when the top 2-3\" feels dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstablished (year 2+):\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Drought-tolerant once established. During typical Twin Cities summers, supplemental water during 2+ week dry spells is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply in late October before ground freeze — this protects Golden Charm False Cypress through dry winter winds. Apply a fresh 2-3\" layer of mulch in November to insulate the root zone through deep freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light shearing in late spring after new growth flushes. Don't cut back into bare wood — spruce doesn't regrow from old wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Golden Charm False Cypress hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Golden Charm False Cypress is rated for zones 2-7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — the Twin Cities metro is zone 4b–5a, well within its hardiness range. More compact and refined than Golden Mop with the same bright gold color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Golden Charm False Cypress grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSlow to moderate — 6-12 inches per year for dwarf cultivars. Expect mature size (3-4ft tall × 4-5ft wide) within 5-8 years depending on site conditions and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill deer eat Golden Charm False Cypress?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRarely browsed — spruces are deer-resistant evergreens. In high-deer-pressure suburbs (Wayzata, Stillwater, Hudson), supplemental fencing or repellents may help young plants establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant Golden Charm False Cypress in part shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFull sun (6+ hrs) for best form and color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size gallon should I buy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe typically offer Golden Charm False Cypress in #2, #5, #10, and sometimes larger gallon sizes. Smaller sizes establish faster and cost less; larger sizes give instant impact. For most Twin Cities residential landscapes, #5 or #10 gallon is the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere We Deliver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Timbers Minnesota delivers and installs Golden Charm False Cypress across the Twin Cities metro — Minneapolis, St. Paul, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Edina, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Bloomington, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Eagan, Roseville, Shoreview, Stillwater, Woodbury, Hudson, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, Chanhassen, Excelsior, Victoria, Chaska, and surrounding communities. Live Golden Charm False Cypress grown for our climate and delivered fresh from our Waconia, MN nursery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Golden Charm False Cypress Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden Charm is a specimen mound, not a hedge plant. For a foundation row or color band, space plants 4 feet on center so the 4–5 ft mounds just touch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (4 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–11 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost yards need just one as an entry-bed focal point with a clear 5–6 foot circle, or a group of 3 at 4 feet apart for a bigger pool of gold in a larger bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGolden Charm False Cypress Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e New threadleaf growth pushes bright, fresh gold over the older foliage — the mound looks lit from within by late May.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, weeping gold threads hold their color in full sun while the tight mound shape stays put without shearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The gold deepens slightly as temperatures drop, glowing against reds and oranges in the surrounding beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully evergreen — a warm gold mound against the snow, one of the few non-green winter colors available in a zone 4 foundation bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant   ✔ Evergreen   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-mop-false-cypress\"\u003eGolden Mop False Cypress\u003c\/a\u003e — the looser, faster sibling the body compares it to; use Golden Mop where you have room and Golden Charm where you don't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/globe-blue-spruce\"\u003eGlobe Blue Spruce\u003c\/a\u003e — silver-blue mound beside the gold one: the classic two-color dwarf-conifer pairing for entry beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hetz-midget-arborvitae\"\u003eHetz Midget Arborvitae\u003c\/a\u003e — a deep-green globe that grounds the gold and blue with a calm third texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/russian-cypress\"\u003eRussian Cypress\u003c\/a\u003e — a feathery evergreen groundcover to carpet the ground beneath the gold mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Golden Charm False Cypress Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Golden Charm if you have a full-sun, well-drained spot and want refined, deer-resistant gold color that stays 3–4 feet with essentially no pruning — ideal for entry beds and rock gardens that need year-round structure. It's not a fit for shade (the gold fades toward green and the mound opens up) or for anyone needing fast impact: at 6–12 inches a year, buy the bigger container size if you want presence now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54169962053937,"sku":"E0230","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Golden_charm_falsecypress_5_51ab5012-d934-4274-8808-11bcf2ef7ee7.jpg?v=1778452031","url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/products\/golden-charm-false-cypress","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}