Cupressocyparis Castlewellan Gold „Balls”

Cupressocyparis Castlewellan Gold „Balls” is a decorative variety of evergreen conifer, valued for intense golden color and the perfect globular shape, very suitable for modern gardens and formal settings.

 General characteristics

• Type: evergreen conifer, grafted and pruned into ball shape

• Port: globular, compact, very regular

• Color: bright golden yellow (more intense in full sun)

• Growth: slow to moderate

• Dimensions at maturity:

  • diameter: 60–100 cm (depending on age and trim)

 Planting conditions

• Exposure: full sun - partial shade
  (in the sun the color is more vivid)

• Soil: well drained, fertile, slightly acid - neutral

• Resistance: good in frost (≈ –20°C)

• Wind: prefers sheltered areas

 Care

• Watering: regular in the early years; later moderate

• Pruning: minimum, 1–2 times/year to maintain the ball shape

• Fertilization: in spring, with fertilizer for conifers

• Mulching: recommended for keeping moisture

 Uses in landscaping

• decorative accent in residential gardens

• symmetrical plantings (walks, entrances)

• very suitable for large pots, terraces and balconies

• formal, minimalist or Japanese gardens

• excellent combinations with green plants or with dark foliage

 Advantages

• perfect shape without frequent trimming

• decorative color all year round

• elegant, "premium" look

• ideal for impact landscaping projects