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Cupressus sempervirens 'Glauca'

Family Cupressaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   7a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H3 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 8 - 18 m (26 - 60 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 4 m (3 - 12 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description This conifer is narrow and upright in form and has greyish aquamarine foliage that is matte, fine textured, evergreen and fragrant. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning conifer which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Hedge, specimen, street planting and screening.
Special Characteristics Cupressus sempervirens 'Glauca' is tolerant of drought and salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Cupressus sempervirens 'Glauca' (blue Italian cypress) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.