Blue Italian Cypress, Mediterranean Cypress

Blue Italian Cypress.

DESIGN IDEAS AND LANDSCAPE USES

Italian cypress trees typically grow in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-11, which include areas with mild to warm climates. However, some cultivars may be more tolerant to cold temperatures and can be grown in Zones 6 with proper care and protection during winter. If you are considering planting an Italian cypress tree, it's important to choose a variety that is suitable for your climate and to provide it with the proper care and maintenance to ensure its health and growth.

Frame Entrances
Italian Cypress trees can be used to enhance the appearance of entryways, borders, line driveways, or as standalone trees in any part of the yard. They are known for making a dramatic and stately statement, especially near entrances, and are commonly used in Italian Villa landscaping. These trees are popular in the South and can provide year-round interest in a garden or landscaping.

Create a Hedge
Italian Cypress can grow so fast, you can Create an instant privacy hedge or living fence, As your trees grow, prune the tops at a desired height to gradually shape or design your own living fence

Interesting Facts About the Italian Cypress
Italian cypress trees are famous and widely grown in gardens around the world. They are one of the oldest trees, dating back 4,000 years. The wood is strong and fragrant, used for wine barrels, doors, and furniture. Spectacular doors made of this wood stood at St Peter's Basilica in Rome for over a thousand years, and when replaced in the 19th century, they were still strong.

Care Instructions

PLANTING:

• Select an area with full sun.
• Dig a hole that is twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball.
• Remove the tree from its container and loosen any roots that are tightly packed.
• Place the tree in the hole and backfill with soil, making sure to eliminate any air pockets.
• Water the tree well to settle the soil.

SOIL:

• Prefers well-drained soil.
• Suitable for clay, alkaline, and compacted soils, avoid wet and soggy.

MULCH:

• Spread a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Mulch with hardwood or cypress.

LIGHT:

• Thrives in full sun. 
• Provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. 

WATER:

• Water twice a week during the first 3-6 months.  
• Once established, water only during extended periods of drought.

FERTILIZE:

• Fertilize during early spring with a slow-release, well-balanced fertilizer.

PRUNING:

• Pruning is not necessary. 
• If left to grow naturally it may reach heights of up to 40 feet.

WHY PURCHASE FROM EUREKA FARMS

• We offer exceptional service and attention to quality.
• We grow and care for our plants, from beginning to end.
• We carefully inspect and hand select the highest quality available plant for your enjoyment.
• We promise to ship plants that are healthy and beautiful.
• We carefully wrap and secure the plant for a save journey to you.

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More Frequently Ask Questions

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How do you measure height for ground cover junipers?

Approximate height is measured from the base of the plant to the top of the highest branch.

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Can I order during winter months?

Yes you can, however most Tropical plants are sensitive to extreme cold conditions, once cold temperatures are expected to fall below freezing it will not be safe to ship life plants, we carefully manage shipping decisions during winter months and determine when is safe to ship, please be advise we may need to hold orders until conditions are appropriate to safely ship the plants.