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Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial'

Also Known As

  • Cupressus arizonica var. montana 'San Pedro Centennial'
  • San Pedro Centennial Cypress

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial' plant details

Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction, this stately cypress from the Sierra San Pedro Martyr reaches 30-40' eventually remaining narrow with up-turned branches clothed in vibrant silver-blue, scaley needles. Deep orange bark adds to the fun. Quite drought tolerant in bright situations and lean soil. Frost hardy to upper USDA Zone 6.

Gardening facts about Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial' plant

How to Grow Cupressus montana 'San Pedro Centennial'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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