Mourning Cypress, Chinese Weeping Cypress

I have this tree,Chinese Weeping Cypress,growing in my yard.The tree is 50 ft. tall,single trunk turning to multi-trunk,the branches are...Read More very pendulus ,some weep 10 ft.with loops.The age is unknown,also have a Sawara cypress as tall,probablt planted at the same time.

There are some specimens growing here in Rio de Janeiro. This tree has characteristic pendant branches, covered with blue green scaly le...Read Moreaves, that give it a sad looking - thus the name "Mourning Cypress". These branches wave with the wind, which gives it an even more mysterious looking. A beautiful tree.

It can be planted on moderately acidic soil. Once established, let the rain do its job on watering. It likes full sun, and tolerates frosts and occasional snow.