Cupressus macrocarpa Aurea Saligna

Common Name:
Golden Weeping Monterey Cypress

Description:
Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Aurea Saligna’ is a stunning, fast-growing conifer known for its graceful, weeping habit and bright golden-yellow foliage. This evergreen tree forms an elegant, cascading silhouette, with long, pendulous branches that create a striking focal point in any landscape. The vibrant golden colour is most intense when grown in full sun, adding warmth and year-round interest. Thriving in well-drained soils, Aurea Saligna is drought-tolerant once established and highly adaptable to coastal conditions, making it an excellent choice for exposed sites, windbreaks, and large gardens. Its dramatic form and colour contrast beautifully with darker green foliage plants, making it a standout feature tree.

Form:

• Tree - Medium
• Tree - Large

Mature Size:

• Height: 8–12m
• Width: 4–6m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Does not flower

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Drought tolerant once established
• Evergreen
• Architectural / Feature tree
• Weeping habit for dramatic effect
• Suitable for Windbreaks and Screening
• Coastal Tolerant

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple) for contrasting form and seasonal colour
• Lavandula (Lavender) for complementary colour and drought tolerance
• Miscanthus (Ornamental Grass) for textural contrast
• Pittosporum species for layered planting in hedging or screens