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Cupressus sempervirens 'Gracilis'
A superb form of Italian cypress. It has fine threadlike foliage, fresh green colour and compact. Distinctive narrow conical conifer. Best planted in a sunny site where they are not shaded by other plants or buildings. Very hardy to cold. Grows in a range of soil types, but avoid very rich fertile soils which cause the plant to lose its shape. Wonderful structural plant.
Genus
Cupressus
Species
sempervirens
Cultivar
'Gracilis'
Common name
Italian cypress
Family name
Cupressaceae
Place of origin
Mediterranean
DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Immaculate / Magnificent / Structure / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
Where to buy our plants