Botanical profile

Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Glauca'

Latin name
Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Glauca'
Common name
Nootka Cypress 'Glauca'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Cupressaceae

Chamaecyparis nootkatensis ‘Glauca’, also known as 'Glauca' Nootka cypress, is a majestic conifer with a slender habit, appreciated for its narrow, regular, and slightly weeping silhouette. Its blue-green foliage with silvery reflections, dense and cascading in graceful sweeps, gives it an elegant presence all year round, whether as a specimen plant or in an alignment. Very hardy, ‘Glauca’ adapts to well-drained soils and tolerates the wind, snow, and cold of Quebec. It is an excellent choice for structured vertical plantings, tall informal hedges, or gardens with a Nordic or contemporary aesthetic. It is an architectural and long-lived conifer that evolves slowly but magnificently.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Well-drained, fertile or slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not significant
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Elongated cones, not very decorative.
Foliage color
Blue-green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Conical
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
12 to 15 m (39 to 49 ft)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.