Cypress Curly Tops #3
Curley Tops Cypress
Cupressus sempervirens 'Curley Tops'
- Height: Typically 5–8 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
- Spread: Approximately 3–5 feet wide
- Spacing: Plant 3–5 feet apart for a neat, compact display
- Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
- Evergreen
Description
Curley Tops Cypress delivers a stunning modern accent to Michigan landscapes with its uniquely curled and twisting branches set against a backdrop of dense, rich-green foliage. In Michigan’s cooler climate, this cultivar maintains a compact stature—typically reaching 5–8 feet in height and spreading 3–5 feet wide—making it ideal for narrow spaces, borders, or even container plantings. Its architectural, textural form creates an inspiring vertical focal point that adds a polished, contemporary statement to any outdoor setting. Although it does not bear edible fruit, its striking appearance and subtle, fresh fragrance offer a bold splash of modern elegance throughout the year.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light daily for optimal performance.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; amending heavier soils with organic matter enhances moisture retention and overall vitality.
- Watering: Provide regular moisture during the establishment phase; once established, it tolerates brief periods of dryness but performs best with consistent watering during extended warm periods.
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base to help retain soil moisture and regulate temperature, keeping mulch slightly away from the trunk to ensure proper airflow.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is necessary; remove only dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring to preserve its tidy, elegant form.
Curley Tops Cypress adds a stunning modern splash of architectural interest to Michigan landscapes, delivering a refined and inspiring presence with its unique curled foliage and compact, tidy form.
