With its deep roots, Arizona cypress serves well as a windbreak and for erosion control.
It can also be grown as a cut or aliving Christmas tree.
They also tolerate clay, loamy, or sandy soils.
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However, the soil should be well-drained.
Temperature and Humidity
The tree is winter-hardy in USDA zones 7-9.
In areas of high humidity, Arizona cypress is more prone to disease.
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Nitrogen can potentially causes damage.
arizonicavar.stephensonii,which some botanists identify as separate species.
The best time to prune is in late winter or early spring just before new growth starts.
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Use clean, sharppruning shears.
Propagating Arizona Cypress
Arizona cypress can bepropagated from cuttings.
Cultivar Seeds?
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Keep in mind that Arizona cypress seeds from cultivars wont produce trees true to the parent.
The only exceptions are live Christmas trees.
After the holidays, you should plant them in the landscape as soon as possible.
Common Pests & Plant Diseases
Arizona cypress is susceptible to several pests and diseases.
These trees grow approximately 13 to 24 inches per year.
Carolina sapphire is a variety of Arizona cypress.
It is commonly grown as a Christmas tree.
Phomopsis Blight of Junipers.
