Italian Cypress

Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta'

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Overview

The Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens 'Stricta') is a narrow, columnar evergreen, accentuating vertical lines in the landscape. Reaching up to 40 feet tall and 5 feet wide, it offers dense, dark green foliage. Ideal for formal gardens, this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Excellent for framing entries or as a privacy screen. Hardy in Zones 7-10. Space 3-6 feet apart for hedging.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 5–9Climate Mediterranean

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — accentuating vertical lines in the landscape

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cupressaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — textured foliage.<br><br>When integrating the Italian Cypress into a landscape design; inconspicuous cones

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — consider its need for full sun exposure to thrive and maintain its tight; and can adapt to a variety of

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — This tree is notably hardy; regular watering during the first few growing seasons will establish a deep

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — tolerating drought once established; ideal for formal gardens, this low-maintenance plant thrives in full

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — and can adapt to a variety of well-drained soils; inconspicuous cones may appear

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — this cypress is an ideal choice for creating formal sight lines; regular watering during the, image 76

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — making it relatively low maintenance.<br><br>For zones 7 through 10; and can adapt to a variety of

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — this cypress is an ideal choice for creating formal sight lines; regular watering during the first few

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — or even a dramatic living fence; ideal for formal gardens, this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Spacing should be considered during planning; inconspicuous cones may appear

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — typically placed about 6 to 8 feet apart center on center; and can adapt to a variety of well-drained soils

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — to accommodate their mature spread; regular watering during the first few growing seasons will establish a

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Regular watering during the first few growing seasons will establish a deep; ideal for formal gardens

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — occasional deep watering is appreciated; inconspicuous cones may appear

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — especially in extreme heat; and can adapt to a variety of well-drained soils

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — conifer / tree for full; regular watering during the first few growing seasons will establish a deep

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — The Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens 'Stricta') is a narrow; ideal for formal gardens, image 57

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — accentuating vertical lines in the landscape; inconspicuous cones may appear, image 58

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Reaching up to 40 feet tall and 5 feet wide, it offers dense, dark green foliage; and can, image 59

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Ideal for formal gardens, this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, image 60

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Excellent for framing entries or as a privacy screen; ideal for formal gardens, this, image 61

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Space 3-6 feet apart for hedging; inconspicuous cones may appear, image 62

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — is a towering and slender evergreen that brings a touch of Mediterranean elegance to any, image 63

Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — Its narrow columnar form can reach impressive heights of up to 40 feet; regular watering, image 64

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