Description Plant Characteristics: Height: Mature plants typically reach around 6 feet, making them ideal for smaller spaces or container gardening. Foliage: The soft, needle-like leaves are bright gold with a greenish tint that persists throughout the year. The foliage emits a strong lemon scent, adding an aromatic element to your garden. Growth Habit: This cultivar has a narrow, columnar form with an open branching habit, allowing it to fit seamlessly into various landscape designs. Cultural Requirements: Light: Thrives in full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight daily) but can tolerate partial shade. Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy soils and can adapt to a range of soil pH levels from acidic to alkaline. Avoid rich soils that promote rapid growth which may lead to instability in windy conditions. Watering: Requires regular watering when grown in containers; however, established plants have moderate drought tolerance. Maintenance: The CUPRESSUS GOLD CREST WILMA is low maintenance and requires minimal pruning unless shaped as a hedge. If pruning is necessary, it should be done in spring to encourage healthy growth.
