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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 5–9Type Conifer, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Italian Cypress (Cupressus Sempervirens 'Stricta') — inconspicuous cones may appear; and can adapt to a variety of well-drained soils

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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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') — Space 3-6 feet apart for hedging; inconspicuous cones may appear, image 62
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') — Excellent for framing entries or as a privacy screen
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