Blue Ice Arizona Cypress

Tags: Cypress
Cupressus arizonica 'Blue Ice'

A conical conifer that has smooth, flaking reddish purple bark and upright, spirally arranged sprays of scalelike, aromatic, glaucous blue-gray leaves/needles that are flecked with white resin. It develops globular cones which are chocolate brown. Prefers full sun, and thrives especially well in somewhat hot, dry environments.Makes a wonderful medium to large specimen tree. Has beautiful silvery blue color all year round.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Mature Size:
25-35 ft tall 10-15 ft wide
Cold Hardiness Zone:
7-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Silver, blue, green
Flower Color:
conifer, prized for foliage
Bloom Period:
N/A
Water Requirements:
Low, Once established, water deeply, occasionally; more in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Highly adaptable; best with average to lean, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought. Apply a slow-release fertilizer when new growth begins in spring.Pruning time: winter.