IDEAS FOR ENJOYING YOUR
LEMON CYPRESS
Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest Wilma’
With its bright green, lemon-scented foliage, Lemon Cypress is sure to turn heads! Plant in front of dark green trees and shrubs or among purple- or red-leaved plants for exceptional contrast. Lemon Cypress adds a pop of color, texture, and columnar height to planters and stands out as a feature in your garden. Presented in a decorative pot or mylar wrap, Lemon Cypress is perfect for gift-giving.
Key Characteristics of your Lemon Cypress
Color
Yellow/Lime
Sunlight
Full to Partial Sun
Warning
Not for human or animal
consumption
Size
Mature Height: 6-8′ (2-3m)
Mature Width: 1-2′ (30-60cm)
Growth Habit
Pyramidal
Caring for your Lemon Cypress
- Indoors, Lemon Cypress does best when kept cool and in a bright location. Lemon Cypress needs to be watered regularly and checked often in extreme heat or when kept in a pot. Allow the soil to dry in between waterings and then water thoroughly. Drench with water at least once a week to prevent brown needles.
- Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth.
- Outdoors, Lemon Cypress is relatively easy going and can thrive in a variety of soils but does require well drained soil and a sunny spot. During the first season, keep a close eye on soil moisture and water twice weekly.
- Prune branch tips as needed to maintain the shape and size of your Lemon Cypress.