10" Lemon Cypress ‘Goldcrest Wilma’ Tree

This eye-catching evergreen features bright golden-green, feathery foliage and a naturally upright, conical shape that adds texture and colour to containers, patios, and seasonal displays. Its refreshing lemon scent is released when the foliage is gently brushed.

Perfect as a statement plant or a living accent for entryways and outdoor arrangements, this compact cypress brings a touch of elegance to any setting.

Why You'll Like It

Golden Foliage: Bright chartreuse-gold foliage adds vibrant colour and contrast to plant displays.

Fresh Citrus Fragrance: Aromatic foliage releases a pleasant lemon scent when touched.

Year-Round Interest: Evergreen foliage provides colour and structure throughout the seasons.

Natural Shape: An upright, compact growth habit creates an attractive focal point in containers.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest Wilma’
Common Name: Lemon Cypress, Monterey Cypress ‘Goldcrest Wilma’
Pot Size: 10 inches
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer
Foliage Colour: Golden yellow to chartreuse green
Growth Habit: Upright, narrow, and conical
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Moisture: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance Level: Moderate
Frost Tolerance: Limited; protect from hard freezes
Pet Friendly: Not considered reliably pet-safe if ingested

Growing Information

Light Requirements: Provide bright light and several hours of sunlight daily to maintain its golden foliage. In warmer conditions, some afternoon shade can help prevent stress.

Watering: Water when the surface of the soil begins to dry. Keep the root ball evenly moist but never waterlogged.

Temperature: Prefers cool to moderate conditions and good air circulation. Protect from extreme heat and drying winds.

Maintenance: Remove dead foliage as needed and rotate container-grown plants for even growth. Avoid heavy pruning into old, bare wood.

Outdoor Care: Ideal for containers on patios and near entrances. In coastal British Columbia, provide a sheltered location and winter protection during severe cold snaps.

Great For

Patio Containers • Entryway Displays • Seasonal Planters • Evergreen Accents • Holiday Decorating • Fragrant Foliage Displays

Add a fresh pop of golden colour and a subtle citrus fragrance to your home or garden with this distinctive evergreen.

$29.99

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Plant details

Scientific Name

Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest Wilma’

Light

Full Sun to Part Sun

Water

Moderate — Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil feels dry. Avoid letting the root ball dry out completely.

Care Level

Low to Moderate — Water consistently, provide plenty of sunlight, and trim lightly as needed to maintain its compact, conical shape. Protect from prolonged heat indoors and ensure good drainage.

Optimal Temperature

10–21°C (50–70°F). Lemon Cypress prefers cool to mild temperatures and may struggle in prolonged heat, especially indoors.

Frost Tolerant

Yes

Mature Height

1.5–3 m (5–10 ft) outdoors, depending on growing conditions and pruning. In a container, growth is typically more compact.

Mature Spread

60–90 cm (2–3 ft) outdoors, depending on growing conditions and pruning.

Deer Resistant

Yes

Pet Friendly

No