Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Lemon Scented’ is an upright, aromatic evergreen conifer with a narrow columnar habit, perfect for hedges, screens, or as a feature plant. Its dense foliage releases a pleasant lemon scent when brushed or pruned, adding both visual and sensory appeal to gardens. Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it ideal for coastal, suburban, or formal garden settings.
Light requirement: Full sun. Best growth and form in sunny positions.
Water requirement: Low to moderate. Drought-tolerant once established.
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional deep watering once mature.
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and loamy soils. Avoid waterlogging.
Skill level: Beginner Green thumb
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes when young; best in-ground for long-term growth.
Mature Height: 6–8 m
Mature Width: 1–2 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Yes, once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Good; suitable for sheltered coastal positions
Leaf colour: Bright green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: Small, scale-like foliage densely held on upright stems
Flower Colour: Inconspicuous
Flower Shape: Small cones
Flower Fragrance: Mild; foliage aromatic when touched
Flower Season: Spring
Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Lemon Scented’ is an upright, aromatic evergreen conifer with a narrow columnar habit, perfect for hedges, screens, or as a feature plant. Its dense foliage releases a pleasant lemon scent when brushed or pruned, adding both visual and sensory appeal to gardens. Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it ideal for coastal, suburban, or formal garden settings.
Light requirement: Full sun. Best growth and form in sunny positions.
Water requirement: Low to moderate. Drought-tolerant once established.
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional deep watering once mature.
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and loamy soils. Avoid waterlogging.
Skill level: Beginner Green thumb
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes when young; best in-ground for long-term growth.
Mature Height: 6–8 m
Mature Width: 1–2 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Yes, once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Good; suitable for sheltered coastal positions
Leaf colour: Bright green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: Small, scale-like foliage densely held on upright stems
Flower Colour: Inconspicuous
Flower Shape: Small cones
Flower Fragrance: Mild; foliage aromatic when touched
Flower Season: Spring
