Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana ‘Columnaris

Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana ‘Columnaris’ is a cultivar of the Lawson cypress, known for its distinctive columnar shape and elegant appearance.

Here are key features:

1. Form and Size: ‘Columnaris’ exhibits a narrow, upright growth habit, forming a columnar silhouette. It typically reaches a height of 30-40 feet with a width of 8-10 feet, creating a striking vertical presence in the landscape.
2. Foliage: The foliage consists of flattened sprays of scale-like leaves that are aromatic when crushed. The color ranges from vibrant green in the summer to bronze or purplish hues in the winter.
3. Habitat: Native to North America, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Columnaris’ thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade.
4. Landscape Use: This cultivar is popular for creating tall hedges, screens, or as a specimen tree in formal gardens. Its compact form makes it suitable for smaller landscapes.
5. Hardiness: ‘Columnaris’ is hardy in USDA zones 5-8, tolerating a range of environmental conditions.

Sources

1. Encyclopedia of Life – Chamaecyparis lawsoniana
2. Gardenerdy – Lawson Cypress Facts
3. University of Florida IFAS Extension – Leyland Cypress for Screening
4. The Spruce – Leyland Cypress: A Fast-Growing Evergreen Tree
5. Missouri Botanical Garden – Chamaecyparis lawsoniana