Arizona CypressArizona's Native Evergreen Privacy Giant Arizona Cypress Arizona Cypress (Cupressus arizonica) is the ultimate native evergreen privacy screen for Phoenix Valley landscapes. Born and bred in the Arizona highlands, this rugged conifer thrives where other evergreens fail in full desert sun, caliche laced soils, and severe drought conditions while maintaining its striking silvery blue green canopy year round. With a naturally pyramidal form that can

adding 3–5 feet per year with proper watering

Spring (Feb to Apr): Creamy white

Shamel Ash — A large

Initial Watering: Water thoroughly immediately after planting to saturate the root ball and surrounding soil

Pair with Queen's Wreath for a complete butterfly habitat

Plant it where drainage is sharp and water it rarely once established

Check for caliche — break through any hardpan layer to ensure proper drainage

similar drought tolerance with a more compact

March through May is the ideal planting window for citrus in the Phoenix Valley

heat-loving

Mulch — 2 inches of decomposed granite keeps the crown dry and roots cool

sword-shaped leaves and stout trunk reaching 5–8 feet tall