Lawson false cypress
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Ellwoodii'
This plant has a cypress-like, densely conical form with erect feathery branches of ovate blue-gray juvenile leaves. Oblong male cones emerge bluish black, opening brick red. Female cones are wrinkled and reddish brown, to one half-inch. A native of western North America, it is a very popular species since it is highly adaptable.
CareThrives in moist, well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil in full sun. Prune dead branches if needed, but do not cut into old wood.
PropagationRoot semi-ripe cuttings in late summer. Dwarf cultivars should be grafted in late winter or spring.
ProblemsSpruce mite, twig blight, root rot, needle blights.