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Also Known As

  • Cupressus 'Greenstead Magnificent'
  • Dwarf Monterey Cypress
  • Monterey Cypress 'Greenstead Magnificent'

Plant type

shrub, conifer, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-36"
  • W: 24"-120"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent' plant details

Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent' is an evergreen groundcover conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent'

Plant type: groundcover conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 24 IN - 120 IN - wide, 6 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: compact, rock garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent'

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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Low growing cypress that has lovely light gray green needles. This fine conifer is rarely seen in gardens. We only find it available every few years.
This low-growing cypress sports unusual, silvery-blue foliage. Its flat growth habit and slow growth rate make it perhaps the most desirable of the few cultivars of Monterey cypress available!
A dwarf Monterey Cypress with dazzling bright-blue foliage. This tree has a very unique "feathery" look. A wonderful variety for the rock garden.

Gardening facts about Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent' plant

How to Grow Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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