Chamaecyparis lawsoniana – Lawson cypress, Lawson false cypres

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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana – Lawson cypress, Lawson false cypres

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This species grows to become a large, pyramidal tree with pendulous top shoots. Old specimens have spread-out branches, broadening the tree. In its natural habitat, it sometimes reaches heights of 60 m and is a significant source of timber there. Both this species and its many cultivars are grown as hedges. This species is also excellently suited for shaped clipping. However, it must not be clipped all the way back to the old wood because the branches will then no longer grow. The species is often used as a scion stock for the many cultivars. The cultivars include both miniatures and tall, straight plants with an enormous diversity of colour, ranging from grey, blue and yellow hues. Including the cultivars, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana is the most commonly planted species of conifer.

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Specifications
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Height
15 - 40 (60) m
Crown
(narrow) pyramidal, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
reddish brown bark with flaking plates, flat brown twigs
Leaf
pointed scales, blue-green, evergreen
Flowers
unremarkable, male flowers are rose red, fragrant flowers
Fruits
round, reddish brown cones, 0.8 cm, in small clusters
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
has toxic components
Soil type
well-permeable, humus-rich, not calcareous
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
7a (-17,7 to -15,0 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
can withstand wind
Application
parks, industrial areas, large gardens
Shape
specimen conifer, hedge plant
Origin
north-western USA (south-western Oregon and California)
Haagplant Specimen conifer acid soil clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving suitable for shadow can withstand wind narrow conical 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green pink average growing toxic components Fragrant flowers
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Frequently asked questions
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana can eventually reach a height of 15 - 40 (60) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 15 - 40 (60) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Chamaecyparis lawsoniana is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana blooms in april.
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