Cupressus macrocarpa is a dense, evergreen cypress with attractive golden foliage that ages green.
It has a straight trunk and rather columnar habit.
It bears large and wrinkled cones and has slightly coarse foliage that smells sour when bruised.
It responds well to clipping and will make a good hedge.
They also make a particularly attractive lawn specimen - though the bigger the lawn the more the impact.
The roots of Cupressus macrocarpa are moderately invasive. The roots can spread up to 3 times the width of the canopy. It is recommended not to plant these trees close to homes or solid structures.