An interesting and unique specimen with blue-green foliage on branches that extend upward from the main trunk to remind us of the arms on a saguaro cactus. Fairly slow-growing, it is a good candidate for tight narrow spaces. Requires very well-drained soil. Botanical Name- Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Wissel’s Saguaro’ Pronunciation- kam-eh-SIP-uh-ris law-soh-nee-AY-nuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 8 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Requires a very well-drained soil Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Mock Orange – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Shelter for birds, limited pollinator use but beneficial insect habitat Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C14 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape, avoiding cutting into old wood. Keep soil evenly moist. Fertilize with an evergreen-specific product in spring. Trimming Instructions- Trim lightly in late spring to control size. Avoid cutting into old wood to ensure regrowth. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a conifer-friendly fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; moderate feeding need. Ensure adequate drainage in clay soils and avoid waterlogging. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Tip blight, spider mites
