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Evergreen Plants

Cupressus Goldcrest Wilma is a compact, evergreen conifer celebrated for its striking lime-green foliage and upright habit. Belonging to the cypress family (Cupressaceae), this variety brings year-round colour and structure to any outdoor space.

• Botanical Name: Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest Wilma'
• Mature Height: Typically grows to 1.5–2.5m, making it ideal for smaller gardens or container displays.
• Growth Rate: Moderate; forms a dense, columnar shape with minimal pruning.

Why Choose Goldcrest Wilma?

• Year-Round Colour: The vivid foliage stays bright through all seasons, even in winter.
• Versatile Uses: Plant as a low hedge, use as a patio feature, or add structure to mixed borders.
• Scented Foliage: When brushed, the leaves release a fresh lemon scent.

Growing Guide

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
• Soil: Best in well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil (pH 6–7).
• Hardiness: Hardy in most UK regions (USDA zones 7–9).
• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
• Pruning: Trim lightly in spring to maintain shape if desired.

Caring for Your Cupressus Goldcrest Wilma

• Avoid waterlogged sites—ensure containers have drainage holes.
• Add mulch in spring to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• No special feeding required; apply balanced fertiliser in early spring if growth slows.

Design Ideas & Companions

• Borders & Hedges: Use as a formal edge or natural screen alongside lavender or hebe.
• Pots & Patios: Pair with seasonal bedding plants or grasses for contrast and texture.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The best time is autumn or spring when the soil is moist and workable.
• How fast does Goldcrest Wilma grow?
  This variety grows moderately—expect around 15–30cm per year under good conditions.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  Cupressus Goldcrest Wilma thrives in well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soils but adapts well to most garden soils.