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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Queen'

Also Known As

Silver Queen Lawson Cypress
Silver Queen Port Orford Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 30'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

5a-9b

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Queen' plant details

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Queen' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Queen'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 30 FT tall
Uses: bonsai, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Queen'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Especially attractive in spring, all decked in creamy-white new growth, this fast-growing (relatively!) conical tree (to 30') has ?elegantly spreading branches? (Hillier) with handsome grey-green foliage sprays. S-PSh/M/GDr