Expert Gardener Italian Cypress (2.5 Quart) Narrow and Upright Evergreen Tree - Full Sun Live Outdoor Plant

Italian Cypress is a stately evergreen conifer known for its tall, narrow, columnar form that adds architectural elegance to any landscape. Its dense, dark green foliage remains attractive year-round, making it ideal for formal gardens, entryways, or as a vertical accent. Growing upright with little spread, it’s perfect for tight spaces where height is desired without sacrificing room. Drought-tolerant once established and low-maintenance, Italian Cypress thrives in hot, sunny climates with well-drained soil. Whether used to frame a driveway or line a property, this classic tree brings timeless sophistication to your outdoor space. It's also a speedy grower, that can grow 2-3 feet each year in favorable conditions. At maturity, it reaches upwards of 40 feet tall with a maximum width of 5-6 feet wide. This is a great choice for privacy screens, as well as evenly spaced borders or property line plantings. It's hardy from USDA Zones 7-11 and grows best in Full Sun. It grows well in most soil types, however, it does need good drainage. Water new plantings 2-3 times per week for the first growing season. These Italian Cypress are well-established in a 2.5-quart pot. They will be approximately 12-18 inches tall when shipped.

• Key Feature: Italian Cypress is prized for its tall, slender form and rich evergreen foliage that provides strong vertical interest.
• Sun Exposure Info: Requires full sun for optimal growth and dense foliage.
• USDA Growing Zone Info: Suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 11.
• Landscape Use: Ideal for formal landscapes, tall hedges, framing entryways, lining driveways, or as dramatic accent trees.
• Pruning Info: Requires little to no pruning; can be lightly trimmed to maintain shape if necessary.
• Watering Info: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots; once established, it is highly drought tolerant.
• Fertilizing Info: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release tree fertilizer to promote steady, upright growth.
• Ships from Alabama - Customers beyond the Southeast US should place orders from early fall to late spring to avoid heat damage in transit
• Placing a large order? Consider ordering 1-2 of these italian cypress trees to ensure that they will meet your specifications before placing the order for the entire project