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Cupressus macrocarpa
Also Known As
- Callitropsis macrocarpa
- Cupressus hartwegii
- Cupressus lambertiana
- Hesperocyparis macrocarpa
- Neocupressus macrocarpa
- Monterey Cypress
Plant type
tree, conifer
size
- H: 60'-80'
- W: 15'-40'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Cupressus macrocarpa plant details
Cupressus macrocarpa is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus macrocarpa
- Plant type: conifer tree
- Plant family: cupressaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 15 FT - 40 FT - wide, 60 FT - 80 FT - tall
- Uses: fragrant foliage, lemon-scented, sculptural
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus macrocarpa
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Cupressus macrocarpa plant
How to Grow Cupressus macrocarpa
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
7a-10a
Size
Height: 25'-35'
Width: 10'
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Conifer
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 10'-40'
Width: 10'-30'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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aka Cupressus macnabiana SBH 21.0014 [Walker Rd/dark blue]
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
6b-9b
Size
Height: 20'-40'
Width: 10'-30'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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aka Brunniana Aurea Monterey Cypress
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 18'-30'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 20'-30'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
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