Chamaecyparis nootkatensis 'Glauca'

Blue Alaska-Cedar

A stately, long-lived evergreen valued for its cool blue-green to silvery blue foliage and strong, upright pyramidal form. The foliage is held in elegant, flattened sprays, giving the tree a refined texture and calm, architectural presence. Unlike weeping selections, ‘Glauca’ maintains a classic, symmetrical habit well suited to formal and naturalistic landscapes alike.

Size:



Width: 10–15 ft



Height: 30–45 ft



Zones: 4b–8b

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained soils; prefers slightly acidic conditions

Features:



Evergreen conifer with soft blue-green foliage



Upright, pyramidal habit with excellent structure



Strong winter interest and year-round color



Attracts: Birds (cover and shelter)

Uses:
Specimen planting, vertical accent, screening, conifer collections, large landscapes, parks, and estates

Notes:
Performs best in cool to moderate summer climates. Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soils. Once established, it is durable and relatively low maintenance.

Plant type

Conifer

Height

35-45'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Privacy Screen, Specimen

Shape

Pyramidal

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No