Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'WISSELII'

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'WISSELII'
Lawson cypress, false cypress
Lawson cypress, false cypress
SIZE/TYPE | taller shrub |
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USUAL HEIGHT | 3-6m |
USUAL WIDTH | 1-2m |
LEAVES | evergreen conifer |
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FLOWERS | insignificant or non-blooming |
LOCATION | full to partial sun |
USDA zone (lowest) | 5 (down to -29°C) |
WINTER PROTECTION | |
FOR ZONE 5+6 |
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FOR ZONE 7 |
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BELONGS TO CATEGORIES | Conifers |
Wisselii is a gorgeous variety of Lawson cypress. It was found by a Dutch grower F. van der Wissel in 1888. It is an evergreen conifer of strictly upright, columnar growth and picturesque habit. Its branches are covered with scale-like, emerald green needles.
Wisselii cypress grows rather slowly, and can be only 1 meter tall at the age of 5 years. In maturity, which is anything over 50 years, it can reach as tall as 6 meters, and not more than 2 meters wide. Prune or shape it in mid spring or midsummer. Do not cut into old wood.
False cypress prefers moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil but is adaptable to almost all types of soil. Grow it in full sun or half shade either in a garden bed or in an outdoor pot. Fully hardy to about -29°C (USDA zone 5).
Last update 22-02-2013
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