Blue Ice Arizona Cypress

Cupressus arizonica glabra 'Blue Ice'

Blue Ice Arizona Cypress (Cupressus arizonica 'Blue Ice') is a beautiful evergreen tree that is known for its striking blue-gray foliage. It is a popular choice for landscaping due to its unique color and texture.

Here are some key features of the Blue Ice Arizona Cypress:

• Size: It typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet and spreads about 6-8 feet wide.
• Foliage: The foliage is a silvery-blue color, which gives it a cool and icy appearance. The leaves are scale-like and have a soft texture.
• Growth habit: It has a pyramidal shape when young, but as it matures, it becomes more columnar.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. Takes pruning well.  Few problems, but watch for bagworms.  Canker and root rot may occur in poorly-drained soils

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings,  Borders,  Woodland Garden,  Wildlife Gardens,  Privacy Screen, and  Shade Tree. 

COMPANION PLANTS:  Tickseed,  Black-eyed Susan,  Smoke Tree

IMAGE:  Ragesoss, Smooth Arizona Cypress foliage at the BBG, CC BY-SA 3.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown