Arizona glauca cypress (Cupressus arizonica 'Glauca')

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El Cupressus arizonica 'Glauca' it is a spectacular conifer. Having blue-gray needles (leaves) attracts a lot of attention, even from several meters away. In addition, it does not need much care to be well, so I am sure that you are going to enjoy it from day one have it.

And if you don't believe me, then what better way than to read this article, follow the advice and check it out for yourself 😉.

Origin and characteristics

Our protagonist is a variety of Cupressus arizonica, popularly known as Arizona cypress. This is native to southwestern North America, specifically from the southern United States to northern Mexico. It can be found forming small forests, even in many parts of Europe where it has managed to become naturalized.

It can reach 25 meters in height, but the normal thing is that it does not exceed 10m. Its crown is conical and dense, composed of bluish needles (leaves). The trunk can measure up to 50cm in diameter, and has a smooth reddish-brown bark.

What are their cares?

If you want to get a copy, we recommend providing the following care:

• Location: place your Cupressus arizonica 'Glauca' outside, in full sun. It is important that it is planted in the ground, at a distance of about 5 meters from pipes and others to avoid problems.
• Irrigation: 2-3 times a week in summer and a little less the rest of the year.
• Subscriber: From spring to late summer, it must be paid once a month by adding a 3-4cm thick layer of organic compost (compost, guano, manure).
• Planting time: in spring, when the risk of frost has passed.
• Multiplication: by seeds in autumn.
• Rusticity: withstands cold and frosts down to -18ºC.

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