The Arizona cypress and the Deodar cedar are good choices for privacy screens but have different advantages and disadvantages.
The Arizona cypress is a native plant to the southwestern United States, so it is well-adapted to the hot, dry climate. It is also a fast-growing tree, reaching a mature height of 20-30 feet in just a few years. The Arizona cypress has a dense, conical shape that provides good privacy, and its blue-gray foliage is attractive year-round.
The Deodar cedar is a larger tree, reaching a mature height of 50-70 feet. It is also a fast-growing tree but not as drought-tolerant as the Arizona cypress. The Deodar cedar has a more spreading growth habit than the Arizona cypress, and its silvery-green foliage is also attractive year-round.
Here is a table comparing the two trees:
Feature
Arizona Cypress
Deodar Cedar
Native range
Southwestern United States
Himalayas
Mature height
20-30 feet
50-70 feet
Growth rate
Fast
Fast
Drought tolerance
Good
Fair
Growth habit
Conical
Spreading
Foliage color
Blue-gray
Silvery-green
Ultimately, the best tree for you will depend on your specific needs and preferences. If you are looking for a fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree native to the southwestern United States, the Arizona cypress is a good choice. If you are looking for a larger tree with a more spreading growth habit, then the Deodar cedar is a good choice.
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