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- USDA Hardiness Zones 6 - 9
- Height 35 - 45 Feet
- Spread 10 - 14 Feet
- Full Sun
Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress - Cupressus arizonica var. glabra 'Carolina Sapphire' – is a stunning pyramidal conifer, perfect for a specimen plant, or for use in a privacy barrier. Blue-silver needles cover this tree, and beautiful reddish-brown flaky bark on the trunk make this conifer a spectacular sight. Deer and disease resistant, this tree prefers hot, dry climates and is incredibly drought tolerant.
Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress Care
Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress prefers well-drained soil and will tolerate some acidity and sandier soils. Fertilize in the early spring and mid fall for best growth with slow-release fertilizers. Pruning is often not needed, but if desired, prune in the spring.
Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress Spacing
For a privacy screen or windbreak planting, plant the ‘Carolina Sapphire’ Arizona Cypress 6 to 7 feet apart on-center.
Carolina Sapphire Arizona Cypress Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-9 |
| Plant Type: Tree |
| Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 40 - 50 Feet |
| Mature Width: 15 - 20 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 15 - 20 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Conical |
| Flower Color(s): None |
| Seasonal Interest: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Silver, Blue |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Heat, Drought, Salt |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Uses: Privacy Planting |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Cupressus Arizonica var. glabra 'Carolina Sapphire' |
- SKU:
- CARSAPAZCYP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Plant Shipping
Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.