Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Minima Aurea'

Also Known As

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Mimima Aurea'
Minima Aurea Lawson's Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 20"-40"
W: 20"-40"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Minima Aurea' plant details

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Minima Aurea' is an evergreen conifer shrub with chartreuse and gold foliage. In spring flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Minima Aurea'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 20 IN - 40 IN - wide, 20 IN - 40 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Minima Aurea'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sprays of ferny golden foliage are upswept to form this dense broadly conical dwarf conifer, 4-6' tall; bright and neat. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Lime-green with striking cream-colored tips. A prized addition to the garden.

By: Bloom River Gardens

DWARF. Bright golden yellow foliage with a soft texture is held in fans to create a unique effect. Ovate shaped cones provide added interest. The slow growth rate and dwarf habit, not quite 2' in ten years, make an excellent choice for container planting or a rock garden accent.