Arizona Cypress

Hesperocyparis arizonica

Cupressaceae · coniferous tree · native

Last updated April 25, 2026

Data Maturity Baseline

This profile contains verified botanical data. Regional field notes and expert review are in progress.

Quick Facts

Height

40–60 ft

Spread

15-20 ft

Growth Rate

Moderate

Light

Part Shade

Soil

Adaptable

Water

Moderate

Hardiness

Zone Zones 7a–8b

Bloom Time

Mar 15-May 15

Origin

is mostly in northern Mexico at elevations of as high as

Stage	Typical Window	What to Look For
New growth flush BBCH 11	May 15-Jun 15	Lighter-colored new growth visible at branch tips
Bloom start BBCH 61	Mar 15-May 15	First open flowers visible; flowers yellow
Bloom end / petal fall BBCH 69	Apr 15-May 31	Last petals falling; flower structures fading
Fruit/seed development BBCH 71	Jun 1-Aug 31	Fruit or seed structures forming; fruit color: brown
Fruit/seed maturity BBCH 85	Sep 1-Nov 30	Fruit fully colored and ripened; seed dispersal may begin