Arizona Cypress
Cupressus arizonica
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
300"–600" H × 120"–240" W
Bloom
N/A
Native to
NM
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Arizona cypress is a tall, narrow evergreen tree with blue-green to gray-green foliage and attractive reddish-brown bark that peels in thin strips. It grows naturally in a columnar to pyramidal shape and tolerates drought, heat, and alkaline soils extremely well. This native conifer provides year-round structure and screening in the landscape.
In an HOA neighborhood
Arizona Cypress is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Large mature size may overwhelm smaller properties
- Bark shedding creates minor debris
Wildlife value
Provides nesting sites and shelter for birds, particularly larger species that prefer evergreen trees. The dense foliage offers protection from weather and predators year-round.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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