Chamaecyparis lawsoniana Aurea Densa

Common name: Aurea Densa Lawson Cypress

Description:
The Aurea Densa Lawson Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Aurea Densa') is a compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer prized for its dense, golden-yellow foliage and naturally conical form. This small to medium-sized tree maintains a bushy, upright habit, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a feature plant in formal gardens. Its soft, feathery foliage holds its rich golden tones year-round, intensifying in cooler weather. Thriving in well-drained soils, it prefers full sun to part shade and is resistant to pests and diseases. Hardy and low-maintenance, Aurea Densa is a perfect addition to structured landscapes, providing year-round colour and texture.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium
• Suitable for Hedging

Mature size:

• Height: 2–4m
• Width: 1–2m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower (produces cones instead)

Flower colour:

• N/A (produces small, round cones)

Key attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging & Screening
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Disease Resistant
• Frost Hardy
• Low Maintenance
• Ornamental Golden Foliage

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion plants:

• Other compact conifers such as Thuja, Juniperus, and Cupressus species
• Contrasting foliage plants like Buxus (Boxwood) and Nandina domestica
• Underplanting with Lavandula (Lavender), ornamental grasses, or Heuchera for texture contrast