Cupressus macrocarpa Wilma Monterery Cypress

Cupressus macrocarpa Wilma lime green foliage

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Cupressus macrocarpa Wilma

Name: Cupressus macrocarpa Wilma
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: CU2446.1
Price: 45.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Monterey Cypress

Single stem tree, 60-70cm, 7L pot

£45

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Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit

Final size 3 x 0.8 metres in 20 years (smaller if pruned)

Foliage Lime green scale-like leaves (evergreen)

Position Full sun

Soil Well-draining

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Planting & Care

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Description

Cupressus macrocarpa 'Wilma' is a vibrant Monterey Cypress with a naturally narrow, columnar habit. Its vibrant lime-green evergreen foliage provides reliable year-round colour and releases a fresh lemon fragrance when gently brushed or clipped.

A slow-growing conifer, Cupressus macrocarpa 'Wilma' will reach approximately 3 x 0.8 metres in height and spread of 20 years. It is particularly well suited to smaller gardens, patios, and container planting. It works equally well as a compact specimen or for adding structure and contrast within mixed borders.

For best results, grow in a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. Holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit, 'Wilma' is a dependable choice for adding lasting colour and form to the garden.

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

MAINLAND UK — excluding remote locations
Small trees & shrubs*: £12 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £35 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £65 for 1 or more

REMOTE UK LOCATIONS — including Scottish Highlands & Islands
Small trees & shrubs*: £35 for 1 or more
Larger shrubs & mature Japanese Maples: £65 for 1 or more
Mature, Pleached, Hedging & Specialist Trees: £120 for 1 or more

*Small trees & shrubs are typically supplied in pots up to 15 litres.
Additional remote-location surcharges may apply.
Unfortunately, we are not able to make delivery of live plants to Northern Ireland or any countries outside of the UK.

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