Haywire™ False Cypress

Haywire™ False Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'SMNCLUTL') commands attention with its distinctive threadleaf foliage that creates a fine-textured, almost feathery appearance unlike typical false cypress varieties. This Proven Winners® selection brings architectural presence to landscapes with its upright pyramidal form that reaches 12-18 feet tall and equally wide at maturity, making it equally impressive as a dramatic specimen or planted in a row for a substantial evergreen screen.

Year-Round Garden Interest

The rich green foliage holds its color beautifully through all four seasons without bronzing or browning in winter. The thread-like foliage gives this cultivar exceptional texture that catches light differently throughout the day, creating visual interest even from a distance. Unlike coarser evergreens, the soft, graceful foliage adds movement in the breeze while maintaining the density needed for privacy screening.

Outstanding Hardiness and Adaptability

Bred specifically for superior performance in the landscape, Haywire™ demonstrates exceptional cold hardiness for a Port Orford cedar relative, thriving in zones 5-7 where many Chamaecyparis lawsoniana cultivars struggle. The plant shows notable salt tolerance, making it valuable for coastal properties or locations near roads treated with de-icing salt in winter. Once established, it handles summer heat better than many false cypress varieties while maintaining its vibrant green color.

Low-Maintenance Landscape Presence

This variety requires minimal intervention to maintain its naturally symmetrical pyramidal shape. Unlike hedges that demand frequent shearing, Haywire™ grows into an attractive form with little to no pruning. Deer largely ignore the aromatic foliage, and the plant resists common evergreen pests when given proper growing conditions. Its moderate growth rate means it fills in relatively quickly without becoming unmanageable or requiring constant trimming to control size.

Proven Winners® Reliability

As a Proven Winners® selection, Haywire™ has undergone rigorous testing to ensure it performs consistently across different growing conditions and climates. This means you're getting a plant bred for health, vigor, and the ability to thrive year after year with basic care. The investment in this premium evergreen pays dividends through decades of reliable performance with minimal maintenance requirements.

Whether you're looking for a statement-making focal point near an entryway, a dramatic backdrop for perennial borders, or a substantial living fence to define property boundaries, Haywire™ False Cypress delivers year-round structure and texture that elevates the entire landscape.