Cupressus sempervirens 'Pyramidalis' Italian Cypress tree

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Cupressus 'Pyramidalis' Cypress in small pot

Cupressus sempervirens 'Pyramidalis' Cypress in pot

Cupressus sempervirens 'Pyramidalis' Cypress in large pot

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Cupressus sempervirens 'Pyramidalis' Tree

Name: Cupressus sempervirens 'Pyramidalis' Tree
Brand: Ornamental Trees
SKU: CSP.SS.10.1
Price: 45.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Italian Cypress

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Striking columnar form

Final size 15 x 2.5 metres in 20 years (unpruned height x spread)

Foliage Green scale-like leaves year-round (evergreen)

Position Full sun

Soil Well-draining / drought-tolerant

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Description

Evocative of the Tuscan countryside yet full hardy in the UK to -20C, Italian Cypress instantly elevate any outdoor space. These narrow, columnar evergreen trees create a striking architectural statement, with upright branches that maintain the iconic pencil-thin form throughout their lives

Commonly known as Tuscan or Italian Cypress, Cupressus sempervirens 'Pyramidalis’ thrive in full sun, as you would expect from a tree with Italian origins! It is drought tolerant once established, but will need plenty of water until then. Whilst they can grow to a stately 15 metres in height, they are easily kept trimmed to the desired height, even as low as 1.5 metres.

'Pyramidalis' conifers look great all year round making them ideal for a variety of settings; plant in pairs to frame an entrance, line them along pathways for a formal look, use one as a striking focal point. They can even be grown in large containers for a touch of classic Mediterranean style on patios and terraces.

AKA Cupressus sempervirens Stricta Group 'Pyramidalis', Cupressus Totem Pole tree, Italian Cypress tree, Tuscan Cypress, Mediterranean Cypress, Pencil Cypress

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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