The Lemon Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’) is a versatile evergreen tree known for its lemon-scented fragrance and vibrant yellow-green foliage.

Common Name: Lemon cypress, Goldcrest Monterey cypress
Botanical Name: Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’
Family: Cupressaceae
Mature Size: 10 ft. tall, 2-3 ft. wide
Sun Exposure: Full, partial
Soil Type: Sandy, well-drained
Soil pH: Neutral
Native Area: North America

Care:

• One of the great things about C. macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’ is that it is an easy plant to care for.
• Provide full sun to partial shade.
• Do not enrich the soil.
• Water a new plant weekly until established.
• The only maintenance required will be some pruning if you want to keep its size down, or yearly trimming if using it as a hedge.

Appearance:

• It grows up to approximately 10 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide.
• The conical shape features upward-growing branches.
• The dense sprays of leaves create a striking visual effect.

Care Tips:

• Light: Plant it in full sun to partial shade outdoors. Indoors, provide five to six hours of indirect sunlight or morning sun.
• Soil: Use well-draining, sandy soil. Avoid enriching the soil too much.
• Watering: Water weekly until established. Once established, it needs little supplemental watering.
• Temperature and Humidity: Prefers cool, moist climates. Protect from extreme heat or cold.

Uses:

• Ideal as a hedge, specimen, bonsai, or container plant on a patio.
• The lemony scent adds freshness to any space.