Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea'

Also Known As

Horizontalis Aurea Monterey Cypress

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea' plant details

Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea' is an evergreen conifer tree with chartreuse foliage. Attracts birds. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large horizontally branching tree. Fast growing and excellent for hedging.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Gardening facts about Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea' plant

How to Grow Cupressus macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- birds
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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aka Cupressus 'Greenstead Magnificent', Dwarf Monterey Cypress, Monterey Cypress 'Greenstead Magnificent'

Plant Type

Shrub, Conifer, Groundcover

Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-36"

Width: 24"-120"

sun - mostly sun
regular - drought tolerant

Photo of Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent' foliage by Evan Bean

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