Lawson's Cypress 50+ PCS fresh seeds. Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

🌱 Chamaecyparis lawsoniana — Lawson's Cypress

Seeds of Lawson's Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) are a rare and valuable addition to any coniferous collection. Native to the mountainous regions of western North America, this species is prized for its striking, narrow, and conical shape, reaching heights of up to 60-70 meters.

🌿 Botanical Description

Lawson's Cypress has a narrow cone-shaped crown with a narrow tip, often tilted to one side. The bark is thick, reddish-brown, and cracks into rounded plates. The needles are shiny green above, with indistinct white stomatal stripes at the base of the leaves below. The planar leaves are 1.8—2 mm long and 1-1.5 mm wide, with a gland on the back. The lateral leaves are strongly compressed and almost twice as long. The cones are ovoid-spherical, 8-10 mm in diameter, light brown, and often have a slight bluish coating. The seeds are 2(-3) in number, with two large resin glands on both surfaces.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in a well-draining seed starting mix, with a temperature of 15-20°C (59-68°F) for 1-2 months.
• Germination takes 1-3 months, with optimal temperatures between 15-20°C (59-68°F).
• Lawson's Cypress prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0, and full sun to partial shade.
• Water regularly, but avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-8, with a frost tolerance of -20°C (-4°F).

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Lawson's Cypress is native to the mountainous regions of western North America, specifically in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. It thrives in climates with mild winters and cool, moist summers, typically between 100-1500 meters above sea level.

✨ Interesting Facts

Lawson's Cypress was introduced into culture in 1854 and is prized for its striking, narrow shape. It is often used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and is also valued for its timber, which is resistant to decay and insect damage. In its natural habitat, Lawson's Cypress can live for hundreds of years, with some specimens reaching ages of over 1,000 years.