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Cypress trees for the Southwest Desert
Most Cypress trees are moderate to low watering trees once established. They will need evergeen fertilizer at least once per month.
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Arizona Cypress (Cupressus arizonica glabra) - Can be used as a wind break or tall privacy screen. A sturdy evergreen noted for the reddish type bark and dark green foliage.
Very drought tolerant, can withstand drought conditions. Likes Full sun. Fast grower to 40 feet tall, 20 feet wide. Does excellent in the Southwest.USDA Zones 6-9
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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Blue Arizona Cypress (Cupressus arizonica 'Blue Pyramid') -
Drought tolerant once established. Evergreen. Full sun. Very fast-growing cypress grows up to 20 to 25 feet high, 10 to 12 feet wide. Cutting grown.
This cypress tree provides excellent color during the colder months.USDA Zones 6-9
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy, neat appearance, shear annually to shape.
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Blue Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens 'Glauca') -
Great looking tall Mediterranean cypress with attractive blue-green foliage. An ideal conifer to dominate a landscape with its densely branched, narrow columnar form.
IT is an Evergreen. Likes full sun and is very drought tolerant once established. Fast grower to 60 to 80 feet tall, 2 to 3 feet wide; can be larger.
Be sure to follow a regular watering schedule during the first year of growth to establish a deep, extensive root system. Cut back on watering once established. Feed with a general purpose evergreen fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
USDA Zones 6-9
Color Your World Nurseries located in Las Cruces, NM will usually have this type of cypress tree in stock. Ask your friendly retail nursery for such a tree.
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