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Weeping Nootka Cypress

Cupressus nootkatensis 'Pendula'

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At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

360 inches

Width

144 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Prefers cool, moist climates

Lifespan

Very long-lived, 100+ years

Native To

Pacific Northwest of North America

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Cupressus nootkatensis is a graceful, evergreen conifer with flattened sprays of blue-green or gray-green foliage. Native to the Pacific Northwest, it has a pyramidal habit and aromatic wood. 'Pendula' is a highly dramatic and elegant cultivar with a strong central leader and gracefully weeping side branches that create a layered, skirted effect. It is a premier specimen tree for adding year-round structure and form.

Uses & Benefits:

A spectacular, year-round focal point in the landscape. Its unique, weeping form provides a strong vertical element with a soft, graceful texture. It is particularly beautiful in winter, when its form is highlighted by a dusting of snow.

Can be used as a tall, narrow screen where space is limited but verticality is desired. Its dense foliage provides a good visual barrier and some sound abatement.

The dense branches provide excellent shelter and potential nesting sites for birds. As a native conifer, it fits well into Pacific Northwest-inspired garden designs and supports local ecosystems.

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a site with full sun to light shade and good air circulation.
Provide acidic, moist, but well-drained soil.
Dig a hole two to three times the width of the root ball.
Set the tree so the top of the root ball is slightly above ground level.
Backfill with soil and water in well to eliminate air pockets.
Mulch with 2-3 inches of bark or compost, avoiding the trunk.

Pro Tip

Give this tree ample space to weep; planting it too close to a walkway or structure will necessitate pruning that ruins its form.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly, especially during hot, dry weather.
Protect from harsh, drying winter winds, especially in colder zones.
Provide a layer of mulch to help retain soil moisture.
Stake young trees only if necessary to establish a straight leader.

Don't

Don't plant in heavy, poorly drained clay soil.
Avoid planting in hot, dry locations, as it prefers cooler climates.
Don't prune the weeping branches unless they are dead or damaged.
Don't allow the soil to dry out completely.

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In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Dramatic architectural focal pointElegant specimen for lawns or bordersGraceful screening in narrow spaces

Companion Plants

Acer palmatum 'Dissectum' Rhododendron species Hydrangea macrophylla Hosta plantaginea Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'

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Good to Know

Common Questions

Weeping Nootka Cypress questions

What zones can Weeping Nootka Cypress grow in?

Weeping 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 Nootka Cypress deer resistant?

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

Does Weeping Nootka Cypress need full sun?

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