Lemon Cypress Tree

* The plant photos shown are our stock images used to represent the general appearance, size, and quality of the plant you’ll receive. Please remember that each plant is unique—natural variations in color, shape, and size are completely normal!

Light

• Bright light is key!

  • Indoors: Put it in the sunniest window you have (south or west-facing is ideal).

  • Outdoors: Full sun to light afternoon shade is perfect — they love sun but can scorch in extreme heat.

• Without enough light, they get leggy and lose their bright color.

 Watering

• Lemon cypress trees like consistently moist soil, but not soggy.

  • Water when the top ½ inch of soil feels dry.

  • Don’t let it dry out completely — brown, crispy foliage is a sign of thirst.

  • In winter, water a bit less but never let it go bone dry.

• Good drainage is a must! These trees hate “wet feet.”

 Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal temps: 50–75°F (10–24°C).

• They can tolerate short dips near freezing if outdoors but bring them inside before hard frost hits.

• Indoors, keep them away from heat vents or drafts — dry air will crisp the foliage.

• A little humidity (like a pebble tray or misting) helps keep the needles soft and lush.

 Feeding

• Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced, slow-release or liquid fertilizer.

• Skip fertilizing in fall and winter — they rest during that time.

 Pruning & Shaping

• You can lightly trim to maintain shape, especially if it’s getting tall or bushy.

• Snip new growth tips — that encourages fuller branching.

• Avoid heavy pruning into old wood; it may not grow back there.

 Repotting

• Repot every 2–3 years, or when roots start circling the pot.

• Use a well-draining potting mix, like a blend of potting soil, sand, and perlite.

• Make sure the pot has drainage holes — these trees hate standing water.

Bonus Tip

If you’re keeping it indoors year-round, it helps to move it outside for the summer. The extra sunlight and airflow make a huge difference in color and overall health.