Cupressus arizonica

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Cupressus arizonica

Arizona Cypress

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

This Arizona native conifer tree grows to 50' tall by 20' wide, at moderate rate. Color & form can vary from sea green to silvery blue, pyramidal to round form. It prefers full sun and can tolerate heat, wind & drought. It needs well draining soil. Bark is reddish brown and furrowed. Leaves are tiny and scale like. Cones appear in fall.

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

Width Range

12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Silver

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Park, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.