Wilma Goldcrest Dwarf Lemon Cypress
Overview: A cypress grown for its bright golden-yellow, lemon-scented foliage.
Mature size: Varies by training; often kept small in containers, though the species can reach 20–40 ft..
Sun exposure: Full sun
Flowering season: Not grown for flowers — an evergreen conifer
Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–10 — less cold-hardy than Arizona cypress
Water needs: Average; consistent moisture, doesn't like to dry out completely
Special features: Bright golden-yellow, lemon-scented evergreen foliage (crush a leaf to release the scent); more tender than Arizona cypress, so it's often grown in a container that can be moved to shelter in cold snaps; a popular living Christmas tree and topiary subject
Wildlife value: Cover and nesting habitat for birds
Botanical name: Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest Wilma'
Category: Topiaries, Conifers, & Specialty Material