Cupressus macrocarpa 'Golden Halo'

Cupressus macrocarpa 'Golden Halo' is a low-growing, spreading conifer cultivar notable for its bright golden-yellow foliage. It typically grows to about 0.8 to 1.2 meters in height and spreads widely, reaching 1.5 to 2.5 meters or more in width within the first ten years. The plant forms a dense mat with a flat, weeping habit, making it ideal as a ground cover or low feature shrub.

This cultivar is a sport of the Monterey Cypress and is valued for its intense golden color that maintains good vibrancy throughout the year. It grows best in full sun with well-drained soil and shows good tolerance to moderate wind and frost. Its slow to moderate growth rate allows for easy maintenance and pruning to keep it in shape.

In landscape use, 'Golden Halo' is suited for rockeries, borders, mass planting, or as a contrasting color feature under taller trees. It can also be clipped lightly to maintain shape but generally has a naturally attractive form. Its drought tolerance improves once established, but it prefers some watering during dry periods.

Key Features:

• Height: 0.8 to 1.2 m
• Spread: 1.5 to 2.5 m or more
• Bright golden-yellow foliage year-round
• Dense, flat spreading and weeping habit
• Full sun preferred
• Well-drained soil
• Moderate frost and wind tolerance
• Drought-tolerant once established

A striking and versatile golden conifer suitable for gardens seeking low-spreading foliage with strong visual impact.