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Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress (Hesperocyparis arizonica)

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Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress

Hesperocyparis arizonica

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Hesperocyparis arizonica 'Carolina Sapphire', commonly known as Arizona Cypress 'Carolina Sapphi

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7 gal.

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About this plant

Hesperocyparis arizonica 'Carolina Sapphire', commonly known as Arizona Cypress 'Carolina Sapphire', is a striking evergreen conifer prized for its vibrant silvery-blue foliage and graceful, pyramidal habit. Native to the arid regions of Arizona and northern Mexico, this cultivar was selected for its exceptional color intensity and adaptability, making it a popular choice for landscapes seeking year-round visual interest with low maintenance requirements. The fine-textured, scale-like leaves create a soft, airy appearance, and the tree is notably drought-tolerant, thriving in well-drained soils under full sun exposure. 'Carolina Sapphire' is often used as a specimen tree, privacy screen, or windbreak, valued for its rapid growth and resistance to common pests and diseases. Its unique blue hue adds a striking contrast to mixed plantings, enhancing garden designs with a cool-toned evergree

Plant details

Mature height
40 ft.
Mature width
15 ft.
Growth rate
Fast
USDA zones
6-9
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water needs
Moderate
Soil
Clay, Loamy, Rocky, Sandy, Well Drained
Spacing
10 ft.
Bloom season
Non-Flowering

Frequently asked questions

How big does it get?+

At maturity it reaches about 40 ft. tall and 15 ft. wide, so give it room.

What growing zones does it suit?+

It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.