Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’ has all the features of a good conifer – good shape, bright golden-yellow foliage which when crushed smells like lemon, and with enough of a pinelike appearance to step in as a Christmas tree when needed. On top of that it has awardwinning status (RHS), so it’s a good investment in a tree.
Outdoors, ‘Goldcrest’ can grow over 5m tall, but there are also dwarf varieties that are perfect for indoor containers and will grow to around a metre in height. Some cypress conifers can grow up to 40m in height, so these are quite small for conifers. What has to be remembered is that they are trees and require as much light as you can give them indoors – at least 6 – 8 hours a day.
How to care for a potted cypress
• Turn pots regularly so that all the plant receives good light and the plant doesn’t become lopsided with its growth.
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