Chamaecyparis lawsoniana Sherbrooke Falls

Common Name: Sherbrooke Falls Lawson Cypress

Description:
The Sherbrooke Falls Lawson Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Sherbrooke Falls') is a graceful, weeping conifer known for its soft, cascading foliage and elegant, pendulous branches. This evergreen tree develops a narrow, upright form, making it an excellent choice for feature planting in gardens and parklands. The finely textured, blue-green foliage creates a striking visual effect, especially when planted against darker backgrounds. Thriving in well-drained soil, it prefers full sun to part shade and is relatively low-maintenance. This cultivar is highly valued for its ornamental appeal, adding year-round interest with its delicate, flowing habit. It is also resistant to most pests and diseases, making it a hardy and long-lived option for Australian landscapes.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 6–10 m
• Width: 2–4 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower (produces cones instead)

Flower Colour:

• N/A (produces small, rounded cones)

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Disease Resistant
• Ornamental Weeping Foliage
• Suitable for Large Gardens & Parks
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Other conifers such as Cedrus, Cupressus, and Juniperus species
• Contrasting foliage plants like Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple) and Hydrangeas
• Ground covers such as Liriope and Hellebores for layered planting