Evergreen Trees (Non-Flowering) – 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