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Actinostrobus pyramidalis

Also Known As

  • Callitris pyramidalis
  • Swamp Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 6'-26'
  • W: 2'-12'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Actinostrobus pyramidalis plant details

Actinostrobus pyramidalis is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with 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, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Actinostrobus pyramidalis

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 26 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Actinostrobus pyramidalis

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An uncommon conifer (read that uncommon in this hemisphere!), this fast growing EG forms a pyramidal bush to 6' with scale-leaves on whiplike branches. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Actinostrobus pyramidalis plant

How to Grow Actinostrobus pyramidalis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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