GREEN ARROW CYPRESS

Cupressus nootkatensis ‘Green Arrow’

This Alaskan cypress has a very slender, graceful form; an excellent alternative to weeping white spruce.

  • 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.

  • 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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    Weeping White Spruce (form)

    Cupressina Spruce (dimensions)

    Pendula Bruns Spruce (form)

  • We don’t usually stock this variety, but we may be able to special order it for you.

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