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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Pearly Swirls' Conifer Plant - 3Ltr Pot

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Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Pearly Swirls’ Conifer Plant – 3Ltr Pot

Add year-round colour and beautiful texture to your garden with Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Pearly Swirls’. This attractive dwarf evergreen conifer is admired for its vivid green foliage, delicately flecked with creamy-white and pale yellow variegation. Its compact, rounded mound of foliage makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, rockeries, mixed borders and patio containers.

Key Features

  • Striking Variegated Foliage: Rich green foliage is beautifully flecked with creamy-white and pale yellow markings, adding brightness and contrast to garden displays.

  • Compact, Rounded Growth: Forms an attractive mound of evergreen foliage, ideal for smaller spaces and decorative planting.

  • Year-Round Interest: Its evergreen habit provides lasting colour, texture and structure throughout the seasons.

  • Dwarf Conifer Variety: Reaches approximately 90cm to 1m in height, making it a manageable feature for a variety of garden settings.

  • Low Maintenance: Requires minimal pruning and care once established.

  • Versatile Planting: Perfect for rock gardens, mixed borders, feature planting and patio containers.

Product Description

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Pearly Swirls’ is a distinctive dwarf Lawson Cypress that brings a touch of elegance to gardens with its attractive variegated evergreen foliage. Its vibrant green leaves are scattered with creamy-white and pale yellow markings, creating a lovely contrast that brightens planting schemes throughout the year.

With a compact, rounded growth habit and an eventual height of around 90cm to 1m, this ornamental conifer is ideal for gardeners looking for a decorative plant that provides structure without overwhelming the space. It works beautifully as a standalone feature, in mixed shrub borders or alongside smaller plants in rockeries and container displays.

‘Pearly Swirls’ prefers a sunny position, where its attractive foliage can be enjoyed at its best. Plant in well-drained soil and water regularly while it establishes. Once settled, it is relatively easy to maintain and generally requires little pruning, making it a lovely option for both experienced gardeners and those seeking a low-maintenance evergreen.

Specifications

  • Plant Name: Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Pearly Swirls’

  • Common Name: Pearly Swirls Lawson Cypress

  • Plant Type: Dwarf evergreen conifer

  • Pot Size: 3Ltr Pot

  • Eventual Height: Approximately 90cm–1m

  • Growth Habit: Compact, rounded mound

  • Foliage Colour: Green with creamy-white and pale yellow variegation

  • Soil Type: Well-drained soil

  • Sunlight: Full sun preferred

  • Position: Borders, rockeries, containers and feature planting

  • Seasonal Interest: Year-round evergreen foliage

  • Pruning: Minimal pruning required

  • Flowering: Not grown for its flowers

Care Tips

  • Light: Choose a sunny position to encourage healthy growth and attractive foliage colour.

  • Soil: Plant in well-drained soil and avoid areas that remain waterlogged.

  • Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil moderately moist while the plant establishes. Water during prolonged dry spells.

  • Feeding: Apply a suitable slow-release fertiliser in spring if required, following the manufacturer's instructions.

  • Pruning: Little pruning is needed. Remove dead or damaged growth and trim lightly in spring if necessary to maintain its rounded shape.

  • Container Care: Use a pot with adequate drainage and a suitable free-draining compost. Check moisture levels regularly, particularly during warm weather.

  • Winter Care: This evergreen conifer provides colour and structure through winter. Ensure good drainage during wet weather and protect container-grown plants from prolonged waterlogging.

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana ‘Pearly Swirls’ is a charming choice for adding colourful foliage and compact evergreen structure to your garden. Its distinctive cream-variegated leaves and manageable size make it ideal for borders, rockeries and containers, offering an elegant focal point with year-round appeal.

The plant's growth rate and size will vary depending on planting position & conditions. Bloom, foliage and interest may vary from photo upon delivery, dependant on season.

Delivery Note: Please note that unfortunately we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland.

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Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

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Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
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