Carolina Sapphire Cypress Planting Instructions

Plant carolina sapphire cypress a k a arizona cypress in locations that provide well drained soil and full to mostly sun.

Carolina sapphire cypress planting instructions.

For the 1 gallon trees dig a hole 12 wide x 6 deep. The carolina sapphire arizona cypress is deer resistant pest resistant salt tolerant and drought tolerant once established. Hardwood and semihardwood cuttings of carolina sapphire grow most successfully according to a study from. Carolina sapphire common name carolina sapphire arizona cypress patent id.

If you live in a colder zone it might be a good idea to let them acclimate to your area before planting. Currently sold out available at a later date. Drought tolerant this tree only requires watering until established. Propagating carolina sapphire cypress considerations.

These trees will grow much thinner with more shade than sun. Carolina sapphire arizona cypress prefers well drained soil and will tolerate some acidity and sandier soils. Fertilize in the early spring and mid fall for best growth with slow release fertilizers. After planting add a 2 inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture.

This is a tall growing north american native evergreen that is excellent for use as a tall screen or buffer to block an unwanted view or as a sound dust and wind barrier. Planting cypress in the ground scroll down for container planting instructions and care tips step 1 start by digging your planting hole at least two to three times as wide and 6 inches or more deeper than the height of the rootball of your plant. These trees are shipping from zone 8 in south carolina. Cypress arizona carolina sapphire size 1.

For the 3 gallon trees 18 wide x 12 deep. No extra pruning or pesticide treatments will be needed for this tree unlike many evergreens. 8 to 10 feet habit. 7 to 9 culture.

Carolina sapphire was originally discovered by researchers at clemson university who found a group of. It is recommended to plant this ornamental tree 5 10 feet apart if a privacy fence is your desired look. 15 to 20 feet spread. Additional photos availability status.

Remove dead branches from your carolina sapphire cypress whenever you become aware of them. Grows slightly taller and much faster than blue ice. Planting care instructions cupressus arizonica var. The carolina sapphire cypress maintains a tall and compact shape naturally.

Glabra carolina sapphire overall description a conical broadly pyramidal growing conifer.