Italian cypress 'Swane's Gold' (Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold')

Italian cypress 'Swane's Gold'

Also known as: Evergreen cypress 'Swane's Gold', Persian cypress 'Swane's Gold'

The italian cypress 'Swane's Gold' variety of Italian cypress has dense branches and grows in a narrow formation, reaching heights of ten feet tall but only one foot wide. It is less hardy than other varieties of cypress. The variety is named after the nursery in Australia where a seedling of the plant was first sourced in the 1940s.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree

Plant Type

6 m

Plant Height

1.5 m

Spread

Yellow, Green

Leaf Color

Yellow

Stem Color

Care Guide for Italian cypress 'Swane's Gold'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Adapted to the Mediterranean climate, italian cypress 'Swane's Gold' thrives in dry summers and mild, wet winters. This drought-tolerant conifer prefers well-draining soil and weekly watering to maintain health. As an evergreen, it requires consistent moisture to keep its vibrant golden needles during dry spells or intense heat.

Fertilize: For italian cypress 'Swane's Gold', use a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer biannually in spring and fall to promote growth. Avoid over-fertilization, and adjust applications: lighter in spring and full in autumn. Water well after feeding to help nutrient absorption and protect italian cypress 'Swane's Gold''s roots.

Pruning: Italian cypress 'Swane's Gold' is a columnar evergreen with golden foliage. Prune in early-to-late winter when dormant, removing dead branches and thinning crowded shoots to maintain shape. Benefits include improved air circulation and disease prevention. Follow sanitation practices to avoid pathogen spread.

Propagation: Italian cypress 'Swane's Gold' features striking golden foliage and is propagated via semi-hardwood cuttings from healthy non-flowering branches. Use rooting hormone and well-draining soil, keeping cuttings moist in indirect light. Careful root handling during transplantation encourages strong growth in new environments.

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