Castlewellan Gold is a striking evergreen conifer with vibrant golden foliage, ideal for hedging, screening and boundaries.
At a glance Pot: 200mm pot Height now: approx. 1m Mature size: 8–15m tall × 2–4m wide; can be kept narrower with trimming Sun: full sun to part shade Foliage: evergreen Hardiness: drought and frost tolerant once established
Why choose Castlewellan Gold?
Golden-yellow foliage and bright new growth bring warmth to a dense, upright evergreen screen. Fast growth and a strong response to regular clipping make this conifer useful for privacy, wind filtering and shelter in cool-climate gardens.
How can I use it in my garden?
Plant a tall boundary hedge for privacy.
Use along a rural fence as a windbreak or shelter line.
Create a golden backdrop behind feature trees and flowering beds.
Where does it grow best?
Grow in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment; it becomes drought and frost tolerant once established.
What does it look like through the year?
Soft golden-yellow evergreen foliage provides colour and cover through every season. Bright new growth adds fresh colour to the dense canopy.

