Lawson Cypress. A distinct tree with bluish green leaves and upward twisting branches. It has an added attraction of being covered in red flowers in spring. Max Height 15m to 25m. Max Spread 1.4m. Flowers March. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Wisselii’
A distinct tree with bluish green leaves and upward twisting branches. It has an added attraction of being covered in red flowers in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Chamaecyparis |
|---|---|
| Species | lawsoniana |
| Varietry | 'Wisselii' |
| Common Name | Lawson Cypress |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15m, 25m |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Spread | 1.4m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Narrowly conical |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, blue |
| Flowers From | March |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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