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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis'

Also Known As

  • Bird's Nest Port Orford Cedar

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'-10'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis' plant details

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For a speciman plant, informal hedge, or pterodactyl-visitor this dense, flat-topped, birds-nest-shaped mounder (to 5' x 3-5' slowly) will do a wonderful! job. S/M

Gardening facts about Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis' plant

How to Grow Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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