Italian Cypress
Italian Cypress
–
Cupressus sempervirens var. stricta
Tuscan Cypress
30
–
40 feet
4
–
6 feet
Eastern Mediterranean and western Asia.
Full Sun
Very Low
Evergreen
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About This Plant
Sun; evergreen. The classical Italian cypress grows like an exclamation point in the landscape. It’s useful as a specimen or along driveways; it can also be used to soften hard angles. It can tolerate hot, dry summers.
To prevent phytophthora root rot, avoid excessive soil moisture, especially in wet years; avoid piling mulch and soil in direct contact with the trunk.
Maintenance
Benefits from soil amendment, especially in heavy clay soils. Little pruning other than occasional removal of an errant branch.
Features
Plant Type:
Small Tree
Size:
30-40' H, 4-6' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy, Thin
Wildlife:
Flower Color:
Bloom Time:
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Buxus sempervirens
Ficus carica
Porleria angustifolia
Ligustrum spp.
Olea europea
Punica granatum
Ilex vomitoria 'Will Fleming'
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