Troubleshooting
Crippsii Hinoki Cypress problems — and how to fix them
Crippsii Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Crippsii') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Loss of golden colour
Insufficient light greens the foliage; site in full sun and avoid high-nitrogen feeding to keep the bright gold.
Foliage scorch
Hot, dry exposure or drought scorches the golden tips brown; keep roots moist and shelter from fierce afternoon sun in warm climates.
Spider mites
Dry heat brings mites that bronze and dull the foliage; rinse plants, raise humidity and treat persistent cases with horticultural oil.
Root rot in wet soil
Poor drainage rots roots and yellows the canopy; plant in free-draining ground and never leave containers waterlogged.
Prevent crippsii hinoki cypress problems before they start
Most crippsii hinoki cypress issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common hinoki cypress bonsai problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Crippsii Hinoki Cypress watering schedule
- Crippsii Hinoki Cypress light requirements
- Best soil mix for crippsii hinoki cypress
- Crippsii Hinoki Cypress temperature & humidity
- Full crippsii hinoki cypress care guide
Looking for crippsii hinoki cypress in general rather than its problems? Read the full crippsii hinoki cypress care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Crippsii Hinoki Cypress problems — FAQ
Why is my crippsii hinoki cypress loss of golden colour?
Insufficient light greens the foliage; site in full sun and avoid high-nitrogen feeding to keep the bright gold.
Why is my crippsii hinoki cypress foliage scorch?
Hot, dry exposure or drought scorches the golden tips brown; keep roots moist and shelter from fierce afternoon sun in warm climates.
Why is my crippsii hinoki cypress spider mites?
Dry heat brings mites that bronze and dull the foliage; rinse plants, raise humidity and treat persistent cases with horticultural oil.
Why is my crippsii hinoki cypress root rot in wet soil?
Poor drainage rots roots and yellows the canopy; plant in free-draining ground and never leave containers waterlogged.