Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Treasure' (Variegated Dwarf Lawson's Cypress)
Botanical Information
Family | Cupressaceae |
Genus | Chamaecyparis |
Species | lawsoniana |
Cultivar | 'Treasure' |
Category | Woody |
Type | Tree (evergreen) |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 - 8 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5a - 7 |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -23 - (-9) |
Temperature (°F) | -10 - 15 |
Height | 2 - 3 m |
Growth | Slow |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | A dwarf conifer. |
ID Characteristic | Golden needles at the ends of the branches. |
Shape | Cone. |
Landscape | Ornamental specimen. |
Cultivation | Grow in well-drained soil of any acidity in full sun. |
Notable Specimens | Van Dusen Garden, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Colour Description | Vivid green needles which turn to golden yellow. |