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Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea'

Also Known As

Cupressus arizonica 'Sulphurea'
Cupressus glabra sulphurea
Sulphurea Arizona Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea' plant details

Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and gold foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and gold
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This handsome and strikingly colored conifer has an upright columnar growth habit to 12-15' tall by only 6-8' wide. Foliage matures into a beautiful soft shade of creamy-gold. Perfect for use as a specimen for tight spaces or where a bright focal point is desired; it also makes for a striking hedge. This is a beautiful tree when left in its natural form and also adapts well to pruning where a formal appearance is desired. S/M

By: Forestfarm

The scale-like foliage of this clumpy, pyramidal cypress is a very unique, sulphur yellow color that is outstanding in every season. The reddish brown twigs and bark add to the display as it matures.

By: Conifer Kingdom

Considered by some to be a form of Cupressus arizonica 'Sulphurea' is like a yellow version of 'Blue Ice'. Glabra is in general one of the hardiest Cupressus however, it remains to be seen if 'Sulphurea' fares as well.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

An exceptionally hardy Arizona Cypress. This plant looks like C. glabra ‘Blue Ice’ but has light sulphur-yellow foliage. The plant should be a moderate (15’) grower. Limited numbers.

By: Gossler Farms

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Gardening facts about Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea' plant

How to Grow Cupressus glabra 'Sulphurea'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- gold
- blue
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous

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Plant Type

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Zones

7a-9b

Size

Height: 6"-36"

Width: 24"-120"

sun - mostly sun
regular - drought tolerant

Photo of Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent' foliage by Evan Bean

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