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Duncan's Falsecypress

Scientific name: Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Duncanii'
Taxonomy
Family:Cupressaceae
Type:Dwarf conifers
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 9
Sun:Full sun
Plant Characteristics
Height:6 ft
Width:15 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description With its fine bluish-green thread-like foliage Duncan Falsecypress comes from New Zealand where it was discovered by Duncan and Davies Nursery in 1953.

  Morphology:
This is weeping dwarf conifer with an unusual texture. It forms a flat globose shape. At 10 years it may become 2’ in height and 2’ in width. At full maturity it can grow to 6’ tall and 15’ in width.

  Adaptation:
Select a full sun sight and well drained soil.

  Pests:
Lawson cypress is prone to root rot on poorly drained sites.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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