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Cupressus nootkatensis ‘Tatra’

Cupressus nootkatensis 'Tatra' is a broadly conical, very densely branched, multi-stemmed tree-form of Nootka cypress with exceptional blue foliage, arguably the best blue selection in this species. After 10 years of growth, a mature specimen will measure 6 to 7.5 feet (2 - 2.5 m) tall and nearly as wide, an annual growth rate of 6 to 8 inches (15 - 20 cm).

This cultivar originated as a seedling selected in 1975 by F. Machala of нehuСice Nursery, Czech Republic.




Cupressus nootkatensis

Cupressus nootkatensis

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HORTICULTURAL STATUS:Established / Published
COLOR:Blue
GROWTH SHAPE:Broadly Pyramidal
GROWTH SIZE:Intermediate: 6 to 12 inches (15 – 30 cm) per year / 5 to 10 feet (1.5 – 3 m) after 10 years
ORIGIN:Seedling Selection


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