I brush against the Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa, below) with a cloud of pollen erupting. The reproductive organs are barely visible, but another cloud is released as I examine more closely. Clearly, the cypress is wind pollinated, not dependent on the birds and bees, or even the curious gardener to spread pollen.
Of course, this discovery encourages inspection of every conifer in the rear garden, but with only the yellow needled Fernspray cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Fernspray Gold’) pollinating at the time. I presume the season is close for the various forms of Japanese cedars (Cryptomeria japonica) that have more pronounced organs.
I once saw a display garden of the varying sizes and colors of Hinoki cypress grown from seed. Indeed, a number are found here, a favorite conifer.
Ramblin' through Dave's Garden 
Good Morning, Dave
I love all things Hinoki Cypress, I am currently on the look out for a Gracillis. They frame your gardens beautifully! I am curious, do you spray them to deter deer?
Lorraine
I’ve found that most conifers, including Hinoki cypress, are not damaged by deer. The exception is forms of American arborvitae. Many broadleaf evergreens are resistant to deer damage except in the winter months. While deer repellents are not toxic, I spray as little as possible.
Years ago my landscape designer planted two Hinoki cypress against near my house, saying they will stay small. Needless to say, over 30 years they were so big I had them removed. I learned a lesson to not plant bushes of trees anywhere close to my house.
As you’ve witnessed, there are forms of Hinoki cypress from dwarfs to large trees. I have one beside the house that I incorrectly supposed was a much smaller type that has grown to thirty feet. I’ve removed all lower branches, so it’s not much of a problem except it fills the gutters.