Alaskan Cedar 'Green Arrow'

About this plant

Known for its unique silhouette, Callitropsis (Chamaecyparis) Nootkatensis 'Green Arrow' features gracefully pendulous branches that hug a strikingly slender, upright trunk. This cultivar develops a strong central leader and maintains its wonderfully narrow form, making it an excellent choice for tight spaces or as a striking focal point. The deep, rich green foliage is soft to the touch, providing year-round texture and color. Its elegant, architectural presence adds a touch of sophistication and creates a stunning visual statement, especially when contrasted with broader, more rounded plants. 'Green Arrow' is a low-maintenance evergreen that offers significant impact with minimal effort, providing enduring beauty and structure to the garden.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Generally low-maintenance. Protect young plants from strong winds. Pruning is typically not required to maintain its narrow form, but can be done in late winter to remove any errant branches if desired. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.