Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Nidiformis'

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Description

The cultivar, ‘Nidiformis’ grows to a height of 5 feet or more in 10 years with a spread of 3-5 feet. Is of spreading, flat-topped form with outward spraying branches with dark green foliage. Good for informal screening, hedge, or a showy isolated plant. Prefers a sheltered location, moist, well drained soil. It performs best in areas with cool, moist climates. A root rot caused by Phytophthora lateralis can devastate the tree, but otherwise it is not troubled by disease. Native from southwestern Oregon, to northern California. It is an elegant specimen tree, with many cultivars available.

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio, Parking Lot, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.