Chamaecyparis lawsoniana Pembury Blue

Pembury Blue LawsonsFalse Cypress

An elegant Lawson cypress distinguished by its soft steel-blue to blue-green foliage and refined, narrowly pyramidal habit. Finely textured sprays create a graceful, feathery look with strong year-round structure. Color is strongest in full sun and cooler temperatures.

Size:



Width: 4–6 ft



Height: 15–25 ft



Zones: 5a–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils

Features:



Evergreen conifer with cool blue foliage



Upright, narrow pyramidal form



Excellent winter interest and structure



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

Uses:
Specimen planting, vertical accent, mixed evergreen borders, screening, winter-interest gardens

Notes:
Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils; provide protection from harsh winter winds in colder climates.

Plant type

Conifer, Evergreen Tree

Height

15-25'

Width

4-6'

Hardiness zones

5–7

Sunlight

Full Sun, Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Fall color

Blue Green

Soil

Acidic, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Hedge, Specimen

Shape

Pyramidal

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No