About
A broadly conical or flame-shaped evergreen tree with dark grey-green foliage splashed with creamy-white shoots.
About the genus
× Cuprocyparis are large, very fast-growing evergreen trees of narrowly conical or columnar habit, with tiny scale-like leaves in dense sprays, and small spherical cones
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, North-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Trees
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden
ToxicitySkin allergen. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets (dogs): Skin allergen - for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Suitable for hedging but requires regular trimming. Fast growing and it has the potential to become a nuisance
PruningTrim and shape as required, as long as cuts are confined to young green shoots. Old wood will not resprout. Trim hedges two or three times in the growing season. See Leyland cypress: pruning for further advice
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to conifer aphid and scale insects
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a bacterial canker or honey fungus; see Conifers: brown patches