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    CUPRESSUS macrocarpa 'Goldcrest'
    CUPRESSUS macrocarpa 'Goldcrest'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    CUPRESSUS macrocarpa 'Goldcrest'

    Commonly known as Monterey cypress

    AWARD
    Erect. Rich gold colour best in the winter
    plant size comparison icon
    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available Early Spring 2026
    £16.00 each 
    Available Early Spring 2026 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Suitable for coastal areas. May be used as a hedge or screen.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, honey fungus, coryneum canker.
    • Place of origin
      USA (California)
    • Evergreen
      Scale-like leaves in dense sprays
    • Coastal / windswept
      Tolerant of full exposure to sea winds
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Gold
    • Height
      5m (16ft)
    • Spread
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Tree
    • Hardy - average winter
      Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
    • Scented foliage
      Citrus-scented foliage when crushed
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile well drained soil
    • Full sun
      Shelter from cold, drying winds
    • Conical
      Narrowly conical
    • Mature Size
      5m (16ft)
      		 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        2.5m (8ft)
      		  
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    Cupressus - Growing Guide
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    SB Plant Invigorator
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Afterplant - Tomatoes
    AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
    1ltr
    £8.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
    Unavailable
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