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Italian Cypress
Cupressus sempervirens
Pronunciation: ku-PRES-us sem-per-VY-renz
SKU #44049
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 60 to 80 ft. tall, 8 to 12 ft. wide.
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| Description | A Mediterranean garden classic that adds a strong verticle accent. An ideal specimen to dominate a landscape with its densely branched, narrow, columnar form. Excellent next to tall buildings or lining a long drive for a formal look. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Bluebeard (Caryopteris); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in a wide range of soil types, provided good drainage. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
Details
| Description | A Mediterranean garden classic that adds a strong verticle accent. An ideal specimen to dominate a landscape with its densely branched, narrow, columnar form. Excellent next to tall buildings or lining a long drive for a formal look. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
Style
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Bluebeard (Caryopteris); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in a wide range of soil types, provided good drainage. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Italian Cypress produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Italian Cypress evergreen or deciduous?
Italian Cypress is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Italian Cypress?
Italian Cypress is Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing.
Is Italian Cypress resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Italian Cypress grow?
Italian Cypress has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Italian Cypress in my landscape?
Italian Cypress is suitable for: Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
What color is the foliage of Italian Cypress?
Italian Cypress has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Italian Cypress?
Good companion plants for Italian Cypress include: Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Bluebeard (Caryopteris); Indian Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea).
How do I care for Italian Cypress?
Grows easily in a wide range of soil types, provided good drainage. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.