This Mediterranean native evergreen creates a dramatic vertical line in the landscape. Use a single plant to add height to a small area or plant a row to define a space. Cypress was used as an ornamental tree in ancient civilizations and remains a reliable, durable choice for just about any well-drained location with a temperate climate.
Mediterranean Cypress Care
Cupressus Sempervirens
What is the plant
lighting
Full Sun
hardiness zone
7a - 11
difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Mediterranean cypress tree care as you would expect of a tree native to a mediterranean, italian cypresses do well in hot dry conditions. According to moon valley nurseries, you should water italian cypresses on a regular basis during its first year of life to help a roots develop well.
Pruning
Any dying or yellowing leaves can be removed for aesthetic reasons, while any small leaves that grow off the main trunk, often called suckers, should be removed.
Fertilizer
Universal fertilizer is a granular and mineral product intended for the fertilization of all types of garden cultivations. Its balanced content is suitable both for fruit trees, fruit bushes, vegetables, and ornamental plants. The even composition of individual elements makes the fertilizer universal.
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Sunlight
The minimal sun requirements of four to six hours.
Soil
Use a special potting mix that has been developed for your plant type.
Container
Whether your potted plants are indoors or outdoors, proper drainage is an essential element to ensure they stay healthy.
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