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Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress

Cupressus nootkatensis 'Glauca Pendula'

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At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

300 inches

Width

120 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Prefers moderate to high

Lifespan

Very long-lived

Native To

Pacific Northwest North America

Toxicity

Mildly toxic if ingested

The Story

Plant Bio

Nootka Cypress is a graceful, medium to large evergreen conifer native to the Pacific Northwest coast. It is known for its flattened sprays of aromatic foliage and a pyramidal habit with drooping branchlets. 'Glauca Pendula' is a stunning selection featuring beautiful blue-green foliage and a more pronounced, elegant weeping habit. Its open structure showcases the gracefully cascading branches, creating a dramatic, sculptural focal point.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

This tree is a premier specimen plant, prized for its dramatic, weeping silhouette and striking blue-green color. It provides year-round architectural interest and a sense of elegance and movement in the landscape.

Its narrow footprint relative to its height makes it suitable as a vertical element in smaller landscapes where a traditional wide-spreading tree would not fit. It can be used to frame views or screen narrow vertical spaces.

The dense, weeping branches provide excellent shelter and nesting sites for birds. As a native species, it is well-adapted to its environment and supports local ecosystems.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a site with full sun or light afternoon shade.
Choose moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep.
Set the tree in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is at soil level.
Backfill with soil, gently firming it around the roots.
Water deeply and apply a layer of mulch, keeping it away from the trunk.

Pro Tip

Provide consistent moisture and protect from harsh, drying winter winds, especially when young, to prevent foliage burn.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
Mulch to keep the root zone cool and moist.
Provide space for its mature size and weeping form.
Protect from harsh winter winds in colder zones.

Don't

Do not plant in heavy, waterlogged clay soil.
Avoid hot, dry, exposed sites.
Don't let the soil dry out completely.
Do not prune heavily, as this will ruin its natural form.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Mulch
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Elegant weeping specimen treeDramatic vertical garden accentGraceful cemetery or memorial planting

Companion Plants

Acer palmatum 'Dissectum' Rhododendron spp. Hosta 'Sum and Substance' Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola' Hydrangea quercifolia

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Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress questions

What zones can Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress grow in?

Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress deer resistant?

Yes — Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress bloom?

Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress typically blooms in mid-spring through mid-spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress need full sun?

Weeping Blue Nootka Cypress does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.