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Cupressus 'Swane's Gold'

Name: Cupressus 'Swane's Gold'
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: CUPRWAGOL200L
Price: 1300.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$1,300.00

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10000 in stock

Size: 200L

200L 70L 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 0.9m – 1m Approx.
70L: Enquire within for height guide information.
200L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Cupressus 'Swane's Gold'

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold', known as Swane's Golden Cypress, looks excellent in gardens with its striking bright golden-yellow foliage that provides a stunning contrast against darker greens. Its slow-growing, compact, upright conical form makes it perfect as a feature tree, hedge, or topiary.

This evergreen conifer thrives in full sun, where its vibrant color is most intense. It tolerates drought and frost, requiring minimal maintenance—just occasional pruning to keep its neat shape. For added impact, plant it alongside darker evergreens or underplant with low-growing groundcovers to highlight its vivid color.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 0.6m – 1m

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' is expected to grow Approx. 40 – 80 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' frost tolerant?

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Cupressus ‘Swane’s Gold’ produces small, inconspicuous male and female cones rather than showy flowers. These subtle reproductive structures sit along the golden branchlets and are not considered ornamental, contributing quietly to its natural seasonal cycle.

Native Information

Is Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' an Australian Native? No

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' is Native to The Mediterranean region, particularly Italy, Greece, and Turkey, where Cupressus sempervirens grows naturally on rocky slopes and hillsides.

Wildlife Value

Its dense, upright evergreen structure provides valuable shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, while the cones support insects and seed-feeding wildlife. The tight branching also helps create cool, protected micro-habitats that strengthen overall garden biodiversity.

Sunlight Information

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Cupressus ‘Swane’s Gold’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained ground unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support its strong drought tolerance and vibrant golden foliage.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Swane's Golden Pencil Pine

Genus: Cupressus

Botanical Species: cupressus

Family: Cupressaceae

Botanical Name: Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

Landscape Uses

Screening or Privacy
Feature Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant Cupressus 'Swane's Gold'

Site Selection: Choose a location with well-draining soil, although it can adapt to a variety of soil types.
Soil Preparation: Amend the soil with organic matter to enhance fertility and improve drainage.
Hole Digging: Dig a hole twice the width and equal depth of the root ball.
Planting: Position the tree in the hole, ensuring it's upright. Refill with soil, gently tamp down, and water thoroughly.

Hedging & Screening: Plant 1 m – 1.5 m apart for dense vertical screen.

Feature Tree: 2.5 m – 3 m apart to highlight columnar form.

Avenue Planting Trees: 2.5 m – 3.5 m apart for a formal, upright avenue effect.

Caring for Cupressus 'Swane's Gold'

Watering: Water regularly after planting until established. Once mature, it can withstand periods of drought.
Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
Pruning: Lightly prune to shape and maintain desired size.

Enhancing Soil for Vigorous Growth and Ornamental Features

Ideal Drainage: Requires well-drained soils.

Well-Draining Soil: Crucial for their health and ornamental value.

If you have the following soil, here are some tips for you:

Sandy Soil: Great for drainage; supplement with slow-release fertilizers to provide a steady nutrient supply.
Clay Soil: Improve with organic material and coarse sand to ensure proper drainage and avoid root rot.
Loamy Soil: Typically well-suited; incorporate organic material to maintain structure and fertility.
Peaty Soil: Generally too retentive; amend with sand or gravel to improve drainage.

Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' is expected to grow Approx. 40 – 80 cm per year.

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa
Riverland & Murraylands
Limestone Coast & South East

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Cupressus ‘Swane’s Gold’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and coastal conditions, maintaining its narrow, columnar habit and vibrant golden foliage with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Cupressus 'Swane's Gold' flower?

No - Doesn't Flower

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water my Swane's Golden Cypress? Once established, the tree is drought-tolerant. However, during prolonged dry periods, infrequent deep watering is beneficial.
Can I grow it in a container? Absolutely! Its slow growth and compact habit make it suitable for container growth, provided there's adequate drainage.

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