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Cupressus x ovensii

Also Known As

  • Cupressocyparis ovensii
  • Cupressus ovensii
  • Hybrid Cypress
  • Ovens Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 20'-100'
  • W: 10'-50'

planting zones

  • 6a-10a

Cupressus x ovensii plant details

Cupressus x ovensii is a fast-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus x ovensii

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 10 FT - 50 FT - wide, 20 FT - 100 FT - tall
Uses: hedge, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus x ovensii

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This rare inter-genus hybrid between Cupressus lusitanica and Chamaecyparis nootkatensis is a beautiful, fast-growing 60' tree. This species makes a fine tree or they can easily be sheared to create an outstanding, dense hedge. Its foliage is lovely with deep blue-green sprays; makes a great timber tree as well. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Cupressus x ovensii plant

How to Grow Cupressus x ovensii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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