Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

$250.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 70L 200L

All stock is grown, maintained and graded in strict accordance with AS 4373-2007, Australian Standard for Nursery Stock.

Current Stock Height Guides

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

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 0.6m – 1m

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

Root Ball Dimensions

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)

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About Your New Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' is a striking narrow columnar conifer with bright golden-yellow foliage. The vivid colour provides a stunning contrast against darker greens, while the slow-growing, naturally compact upright form needs almost no shaping.

Swane's Gold grows to 5-6 metres tall and just 1 metre wide. The tight columnar habit makes it ideal as a feature tree, a narrow screen, or a formal vertical accent framing entrances and driveways, and it also clips well for topiary. The golden colour is brightest on the outer growth in full sun.

Swane's Gold is an evergreen conifer that thrives in full sun, where its colour is most intense. It tolerates drought and frost once established and needs only minimal maintenance, performing well across most Australian climates in well-drained soil.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

How tall does Swane's Gold grow?

Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' grows to 5-6 metres tall and just 1 metre wide, with a striking narrow columnar form.

How fast does Swane's Gold grow?

Swane's Gold has a moderate growth rate of 20-40cm per year once established.

What colour is Swane's Gold?

Swane's Gold has golden-yellow foliage that is brightest on the outer growth in full sun, giving a warm glow that contrasts beautifully against green plantings.

What is the difference between Swane's Gold and Pencil Pine?

Both are narrow columnar cypress. Swane's Gold has golden-yellow foliage and grows to 5-6m, while Pencil Pine has blue-green foliage and grows taller to 8-12m. Choose Swane's Gold for golden colour in a compact size.

Is Swane's Gold suitable for narrow spaces?

Yes. At just 1 metre wide, Swane's Gold is ideal for narrow gardens, framing entrances, and creating vertical accents in tight spaces.

Is Swane's Gold drought tolerant?

Yes. Swane's Gold is drought tolerant once established and performs well in dry and exposed positions in full sun.

How far apart should I plant Swane's Gold for a row?

Plant 80cm-1.2 metres apart for a tight columnar row, or 2-3 metres for individual feature spacing.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Features and Benefits

Organically certified product
Improves aeration for roots
A rich blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, Gypsum, composted coarse bark and wetting agent
Excellent to mix with heavy clay soils, an organic mixture with added gypsum which is perfect for exotic plants
Revitalises tired soils, adds nutrient and organic matter, no chemical additives, weed free
Assists in retaining moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering

Directions For Use

Water plant well at least several hours prior to planting.
Dig a hole at least twice the width of the pot and 7cm deeper than the pot.
Mix Grow Better Enriched Planting Mix with the soil that has been dug out of the hole, adding about 1/3 planting mix.
Spread a 7cm layer of improved soil in the hole and remove plant from the pot. Tease roots gently if the root ball is very firm and place plant in the planting hole. Check that pot soil is level with the surrounding soil surface level, not higher or lower.
Fill in the hole with improved soil mixture, firm down soil and water well adding Grow Better Plant Starter to final watering.

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Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

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Uses in my Garden

Screening or Privacy
Feature Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes

Cupressus sempervirens '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.

Is Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' Evergreen or Deciduous?

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

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 0.6m – 1m

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

Growth Rate of Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

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

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

Is Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' frost tolerant?

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

Does Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' Flower?

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.

Does Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' flower?

No - Doesn't Flower

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Yellow

Is Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' an Australian Native Tree?

No

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

What is the Wildlife Value of Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' ?

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.

How much Sunlight does Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' need?

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

Full Sun

Preferred 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.

Is Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' Drought Tolerant?

Is Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' Drought tolerant?

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.

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How To Plant Your Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun with good air movement and room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and a light dressing of aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth, avoiding any low spot where water might pool.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

Hedging and screening: 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen, or 80 centimetres apart for a tighter formal hedge.

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

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

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

Mulching: Apply a 5 centimetre layer of organic mulch or pine bark over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk to avoid waterlogging at the base.

Pruning: Tip prune in late winter and again in summer to build dense growth. For a formal hedge, light shaping two to three times a year keeps lines crisp.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Cupressus sempervirens 'Swane's Gold' in Different Soil

Cupressus sempervirens performs best in free-draining loam or sandy loam with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is sharp.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch lightly to moderate surface temperature.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and coarse organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline preferred. Avoid waterlogging at all times.

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.