Cupressus nootkatensis Aurea

Cupressus nootkatensis ‘Aurea’ is a golden form of Alaska cedar prized for its soft, drooping branchlets and warm yellow-green foliage. Unlike the rigid habit of many cypresses, this cultivar develops a graceful, slightly weeping silhouette that adds movement and elegance to the garden. It grows best in full sun to partial shade with evenly moist, well-drained soil and has a moderate growth rate. Hardy in USDA Zones 4–7, it matures into a medium to large evergreen tree and serves as a refined specimen with year-round color interest.