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Blue Italian Cypress - 7 Gallon
SKU:
2012770
UPC:
014949307076
$149.99
- Signature pencil‑slim column with handsome blue‑green foliage for a classic Mediterranean look.
- Fast growing; typically reaches ~60–80 ft. tall while staying only ~4–6 ft. wide.
- Easy‑care and waterwise evergreen; resilient in coastal settings and generally deer/rabbit resistant.
- Ideal for tall, narrow privacy screens, windbreaks, and dramatic entry flanking or allées.
Blue Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens ‘Glauca’) delivers instant old‑world elegance with a densely branched, narrow column that adds sky‑seeking structure without consuming horizontal space. Its stronger blue‑green coloration and fast growth make it a standout focal point or a refined, living wall in formal and contemporary designs alike. Plant in full sun and well‑drained soil; water deeply during establishment, then enjoy a low‑maintenance, four‑season exclamation point that thrives in warm, dry climates and coastal landscapes.
Plant Description
Tall, stately conifer known for its rigidly columnar habit and dense, fine, blue‑green sprays. A superior strain selected for richer blue coloration and a naturally tidy silhouette.
Foliage & Color
Evergreen, scale‑like foliage in rich blue‑green tones cloaks the trunk to the ground, creating a seamless, architectural column year‑round.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours daily) for strongest color and uniform, upright growth.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a broad root system; once established, water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry.
Soil Requirements
Grows easily in a wide range of soils provided drainage is good; avoid consistently wet or soggy sites. Mulch to conserve moisture, keeping mulch a few inches from the trunk.
Growth & Size
Fast growing; commonly ~60–80 ft. tall and ~4–6 ft. wide at maturity, maintaining a pencil‑slim profile with minimal or no pruning.
Special Features
Easy care and waterwise once established; suitable for coastal exposure; generally deer/rabbit resistant; evergreen structure for four‑season presence.
Landscape Uses
Perfect for tall, narrow privacy screens, windbreaks, drive/entry allées, or as accent pairs flanking gates and architecture. Excellent divider or backdrop for lavender, rosemary, and other Mediterranean companions.
Care Instructions
Plant in full sun with sharply drained soil. Water consistently the first season; reduce frequency thereafter. Feed with a general‑purpose fertilizer in early spring before new growth. Prune only to correct wayward shoots—natural form is best.
Design Tips
Repeat at regular intervals to create rhythm and vertical punctuation. Allow headroom—this tree looks best left to its natural towering form. Combine with gravel, stone, and drought‑tolerant perennials for a cohesive Mediterranean palette.
- Signature pencil‑slim column with handsome blue‑green foliage for a classic Mediterranean look.
- Fast growing; typically reaches ~60–80 ft. tall while staying only ~4–6 ft. wide.
- Easy‑care and waterwise evergreen; resilient in coastal settings and generally deer/rabbit resistant.
- Ideal for tall, narrow privacy screens, windbreaks, and dramatic entry flanking or allées.
Blue Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens ‘Glauca’) delivers instant old‑world elegance with a densely branched, narrow column that adds sky‑seeking structure without consuming horizontal space. Its stronger blue‑green coloration and fast growth make it a standout focal point or a refined, living wall in formal and contemporary designs alike. Plant in full sun and well‑drained soil; water deeply during establishment, then enjoy a low‑maintenance, four‑season exclamation point that thrives in warm, dry climates and coastal landscapes.
Plant Description
Tall, stately conifer known for its rigidly columnar habit and dense, fine, blue‑green sprays. A superior strain selected for richer blue coloration and a naturally tidy silhouette.
Foliage & Color
Evergreen, scale‑like foliage in rich blue‑green tones cloaks the trunk to the ground, creating a seamless, architectural column year‑round.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours daily) for strongest color and uniform, upright growth.
Watering Needs
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a broad root system; once established, water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry.
Soil Requirements
Grows easily in a wide range of soils provided drainage is good; avoid consistently wet or soggy sites. Mulch to conserve moisture, keeping mulch a few inches from the trunk.
Growth & Size
Fast growing; commonly ~60–80 ft. tall and ~4–6 ft. wide at maturity, maintaining a pencil‑slim profile with minimal or no pruning.
Special Features
Easy care and waterwise once established; suitable for coastal exposure; generally deer/rabbit resistant; evergreen structure for four‑season presence.
Landscape Uses
Perfect for tall, narrow privacy screens, windbreaks, drive/entry allées, or as accent pairs flanking gates and architecture. Excellent divider or backdrop for lavender, rosemary, and other Mediterranean companions.
Care Instructions
Plant in full sun with sharply drained soil. Water consistently the first season; reduce frequency thereafter. Feed with a general‑purpose fertilizer in early spring before new growth. Prune only to correct wayward shoots—natural form is best.
Design Tips
Repeat at regular intervals to create rhythm and vertical punctuation. Allow headroom—this tree looks best left to its natural towering form. Combine with gravel, stone, and drought‑tolerant perennials for a cohesive Mediterranean palette.
