- Carolina sapphire cypress
Botanical name: cupressus arizonica ‘carolina sapphire’
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: up to 40 ft in height and 8-10 ft in width
Hardy zone: zones 6-9
Foliage color: green/blue
Growth rate: grows 2-3 ft per year
Pruning instructions: trim to maintain size and shape as needed
Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge
Landscape use: great for privacy
Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: deer resistant, drought tolerant
Watering instructions: allow soil to fully dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use 10-10-10 in the early spring
Best time to plant: spring or fall
Best type of soil: adapts to all kinds of soil
Companion plants: arborvitae, loropetalum, viburnum, knockout roses
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: no
