Cupressus arizonica var. montana is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus arizonica var. montana
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus arizonica var. montana
USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This wonderful cypress from the Sierra San Pedro Martir in Mexico eventually reaches 30-40', maintaining a narrow form with its somewhat up-turned branches dressed in soft silvery-blue, scaley needles which look amazing against is vibrant orange bark, tolerant of drought and poor soil. S/M-D