Port Orford Cedar Seedlings – Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

Bring a remarkable Pacific Northwest native evergreen into your landscape with Port Orford Cedar (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) seedlings. Native to southwest Oregon and northwest California, this impressive conifer is known for its evergreen foliage, longevity, and potential to grow into a magnificent large tree.

Port Orford Cedar is especially suited to moist landscape settings, including riparian areas and locations where rocky or eroding soils may be a concern.

Tree Characteristics

• Common name: Port Orford Cedar

• Botanical name: Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

• Plant type: Evergreen conifer seedling

• Native range: Southwest Oregon and northwest California

• Mature height: Can exceed 200 feet

• Mature trunk diameter: Approximately 4–9 feet

• Lifespan: Can live well beyond 300 years

Growing Environment

Port Orford Cedar requires consistent moisture and is naturally associated with moist environments. It can be a good candidate for suitable riparian and other moisture-retentive landscape locations.

Consider these characteristics when choosing a planting site:

• Provide a consistently moist growing environment.

• Consider suitable areas near streams and other riparian settings.

• Account for rocky or eroding soil conditions when planning your planting location.

• Allow plenty of room for the tree's impressive mature size.

A Remarkable Native Tree

Port Orford Cedar is a long-lived evergreen species that can regenerate well in disturbed landscapes. Its thick bark is also known for its resistance to wildfire.

With the potential to live for more than 300 years and grow over 200 feet tall, this tree can become a lasting part of a suitable landscape.

Shipping Information

• Free shipping to most locations.

• Additional freight charges may apply for Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, and locations considered remote.

• All plants are inspected for quality before shipment.

Please contact us before ordering if you have questions about shipping to your location.

Plant Condition: Your seedling will be inspected before shipment. Please message us upon arrival if you have concerns about its condition.

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