Cupressus nootkatensis
About Cupressus nootkatensis
Nootka Cypress is a needled evergreen tree in the cypress family native to the Pacific coast from Alaska to northern California. It grows slowly to 30 to 45 feet tall and 10 to 15 feet wide. The bark on mature trees will exfoliate.
Taxonomy
Callitropsis nootkatensis
Callitropsis
Cupressaceae
Pinales
Also known as
Cupressus nootkatensis, Nootka Cypress, Chamaecyparis nootkatensis, Xanthocyparis nootkatensis, yellow cypress, Alaska cypress, Nootka cedar, yellow cedar, Alaska cedar and Alaska yellow cedar
How to care for Cupressus nootkatensis
Water
How often to water your Cupressus nootkatensis
every 9
Cupressus nootkatensis needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Cupressus nootkatensis in your home
a window
Cupressus nootkatensis love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Cupressus nootkatensis does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cupressus nootkatensis in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Cupressus nootkatensis
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cupressus nootkatensis after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Cupressus nootkatensis is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
Cupressus nootkatensis prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Cupressus nootkatensis requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Cupressus nootkatensis does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Growth Pattern
Cupressus nootkatensis will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Cupressus nootkatensis can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Cupressus nootkatensis
Cupressus nootkatensis
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
