Smooth Arizona Cypress 'Arctic'

Cupressus arizonica var. glabra

How to grow Smooth Arizona Cypress 'Arctic'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Needs regular watering but prefers dry summers2.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Arctic is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Arctic from seed

Transplanting Arctic

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Arctic is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Arctic

Smooth Arizona Cypress Arctic Etymology

The genus name Cupressus is Latin for “cypress”, while glabra it Latin for “smooth”.1

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