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Port Orford Cedar

Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana

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Overview

The Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) is a majestic, evergreen conifer with a pyramidal shape, reaching up to 150 ft tall and 6 ft in diameter. Its drooping branches hold dense, scale-like, bluish-green foliage exuding a pungent aroma. Ideal for large landscapes, it requires well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 7-9, it brings elegance and year-round interest, albeit susceptible to root rot if waterlogged.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — The Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) is a majestic

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (102)

Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — The Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) is a majestic; its drooping branches hold dense, image 101
Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — approximately 0.3 to 0.4 inches in diameter.<br><br>This species prefers well-drained; evergreen, image 95
Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — slightly acidic soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade; native to southwestern Oregon and, image 96
Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — It is adaptable but requires ample space for proper development, making it less suitable for compact, image 97
Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — evergreen conifer with a pyramidal shape; making it an excellent choice for creating vertical, image 102
Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana) — providing a textured contrast to its soft foliage; approximately 0.3 to 0.4 inches in, image 94

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