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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads'

Also Known As

  • Silver Threads Lawson False Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 36"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads' plant details

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue, gold and white foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, gold and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Uses: columnar, compact, container plant, dwarf, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads' A very dwarf Lawsons Cypress, narrow, form of Port Orford Cedar. Makes a little conical storybook kind of plant. Leaves are flecked with gold and white. Found by Kelvin Lawrence Nursery in England about 1983. Plant grows 2-4 inches a year.

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Silver Threads'

  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • gold
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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