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Also Known As

  • Cedro Blanco
  • Mexican White Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 70'-100'
  • W: 20'-40'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Cupressus lusitanica plant details

Cupressus lusitanica is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus lusitanica

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 70 FT - 100 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus lusitanica

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With rapid growth of up to 2 ½ feet per year, healthy appearance and spreading habit to 30-50' tall, this is an excellent windbreak tree. The lovely fern-like foliage also makes it an excellent ornamental. This tree is an interesting specimen that comes to us from Mexico and South America. It has been widely planted as an ornamental and timber tree from Texas to Portugal and beyond! S/M

Gardening facts about Cupressus lusitanica plant

How to Grow Cupressus lusitanica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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