Cupressus abramsiana ssp. opleri

Also Known As

Cupressus goveniana var. abramsiana

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 20'-25'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Cupressus abramsiana ssp. opleri plant details

Cupressus abramsiana ssp. opleri is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. 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 abramsiana ssp. opleri

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus abramsiana ssp. opleri

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the rarest Cupressus in the country with the typical species native to only a small area of coastal California. The subspecies apleri is even more scarce only recently described by John Silba who sent us the seeds.

By: Far Reaches Farm

Gardening facts about Cupressus abramsiana ssp. opleri plant

How to Grow Cupressus abramsiana ssp. opleri

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"-36"

Width: 24"-120"

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