Cypress 'Goldcrest' - Lemon Cypress - Various Sizes

Brighten Up Your Garden with the Lemon Cypress

Introducing the Goldcrest Cypress—a stunning, versatile evergreen that brings a splash of golden brilliance to your garden year-round. With its striking lemon-yellow foliage and refreshing citrus scent, this compact conifer is perfect for adding a pop of color to borders, container gardens, or as a statement hedge. Naturally pest-resistant and resilient, the Goldcrest Cypress is a low-maintenance addition that enhances any landscape with its vibrant beauty and fresh fragrance.

Lemon Cypress Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Cupressus 'Goldcrest'
• Common Name: Goldcrest Cypress, Goldcrest Evergreen, Goldcrest False Cypress
• Family: Araucariaceae
• Native Range: Subtropical Regions of the South Pacific 

Lemon Cypress Care Guide

• Care Level: Moderate
• Light: Prefers bright, direct light
• Water: Keep the soil moist, but not wet. If the plant stays too dry, the tips of its branches will turn brown and crispy
• Humidity: High
• Temperature: Does best in temperatures in the low 60sF
• Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead branches and control growth.  
• Feeding: Fertilize with with a water soluble balanced fertilizer during spring and summer
• Pests: Look out for scale, spider mites and mealybugs.
• Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets

Fun Fact: It Smells Like Lemons!

Did you know the Goldcrest Cypress has a delightful lemony scent? It’s not just its bright color that’s refreshing—this conifer releases a subtle citrus fragrance, making it a lovely, aromatic addition to any garden or indoor space.

History of the Goldcrest Cypress

Though widely cultivated, the Goldcrest Cypress originally hails from subtropical regions of the South Pacific. This hardy evergreen has become a popular choice for gardeners around the world, thanks to its vibrant color, citrus scent, and natural resilience. It’s especially loved in container gardens and as a decorative hedge, bringing a touch of subtropical elegance to even the most temperate climates.