GREEN ARROW CYPRESS
Cupressus nootkatensis ‘Green Arrow’
This Alaskan cypress has a very slender, graceful form; an excellent alternative to weeping white spruce.
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Mature Size: 25’ Tall x 5’ Wide
Annual Growth: 6-12”
Specific Maintenance: Protect from deer.
General Maintenance: Regular watering, Structural Pruning (every 5-10 yrs), Annual balanced fertilizer (May-June, slow-release).
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Taxonomy Note: DNA testing now confirms this species to belong to the cypress genus, Cupressus (The Tree Book, Warren/Dirr).
Photo Credit (mature tree/foliage pictures; first photo, adjusted from original): "Xanthocyparis nootkatensis 'Green Arrow' (Buchholz 1984) 2020 photo" by F. D. Richards is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
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Benefits:
Moderate growth rate, great cold-hardiness, wind tolerant, drought tolerant, no major disease or pest concerns, soil adaptable, storm resistant.
Drawbacks:
Must protect from deer.
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