Smooth Arizona Cypress, Blue Arizona Cypress

Cupressus arizonica Glauca, also known as Blue Arizona Cypress, is a striking selection of Arizona Cypress native to Southeast America.

Like most conifers, the foliage is scale-like and small; in this case, this pretty specimen is blue and intensely fragrant. 

At maturity, the bark of this Smooth Arizona Cypress is brown and flakes distinctly. In the spring, small, rounded cones are evident and swell in size as the season progresses.

Cupressus arizonica Glauca is a densely-foliaged conifer. It is a useful evergreen for screening where space allows. The crown grows with a dominant central leader, producing a pyramidal shape as the tree matures.

This conifer offers a striking contrast of colour, making it an excellent choice for gardens dominated by green foliage.

Although it grows smaller than some other conifers, it will still reach a significant height at maturity. Therefore, it is important to choose planting sites that can accommodate its eventual size.

This tree will tolerate various soil conditions and can be planted as a hedge for screening.

Mature Height: 12-17m

Common names

Smooth Arizona Cypress, Blue Arizona Cypress

Height of tree

12-17m

Soil type

Well drained, Will tolerate most soil types

Shape

Pyramidal, Hedging

Looks good in

Summer, Winter

Privacy

Screening from ground level

Location

Garden, Parkland

Genus

Cupressus