Cupressus glabra Blue Streak

Common Name: Blue Streak Smooth Arizona Cypress

Description:
The Blue Streak Smooth Arizona Cypress (Cupressus glabra 'Blue Streak') is a striking evergreen conifer known for its dense, upright growth and striking blue-green foliage with a silvery sheen. This hardy tree has a columnar to conical shape, making it an excellent choice for screening, windbreaks, or as a feature tree in large gardens and landscapes. It thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun, tolerating drought once established. Resistant to pests and diseases, this low-maintenance cypress is ideal for Australian conditions, including Melbourne’s temperate climate. Its year-round colour and strong architectural form add both beauty and function to the garden.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 8–12 m
• Width: 3–5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Does not flower (produces cones instead)

Flower Colour:

• N/A (produces small, rounded cones)

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening & Windbreaks
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Disease Resistant
• Frost Hardy
• Ornamental Blue-Green Foliage
• Suitable for Feature Planting

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Other conifers such as Cedrus, Cupressus, and Pinus species
• Hardy drought-tolerant shrubs like Lavandula (Lavender) and Westringia
• Underplanting with grasses like Lomandra or Dianella for contrasting textures