Care

Planting & Growing

Highly adaptable, best in well-drained, average to enriched soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought in coastal and cool summer areas. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. May be pruned periodically to shape.

Deer Resistant Yes
Family Cypress
Bloom Time Conifer; prized for foliage.
Foliage Color Green
Genus Cupressocyparis
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 5
Landscape Uses Accent, Specimen, Massing, Screening
Light Needs Full Sun, Partial Shade
Mature Height 50 feet
Prune Time Only Prune New Growth
Water Needs Average to Moist