Cupressus arizonica 'Blue Ice'

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Arizona Cypress Blue Ice

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

A Arizona native Conifer tree that grows at a moderate rate to '30-20' tall and around 20' wide'. Foliage has a distinct silvery blue cast. Accepts full sun. Is drought tolerant and resistant to wind. Needs good drainage.

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Parking Lot, Street Tree, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.