Italian Cypress

Description

Cupressus sempervirens

A narrow columned tree that grows exceptionally tall. Growing at a moderate speed of 1-2 feet per year, this tree reaches heights of 40-60 feet. Leaves are a deep dark green, scale-like, and grow to about 2 inches. Grows in normal to a sandy soil and is recommended to have mulch around to help with drainage. Produces 1 inch dry, hard, and brown colored cones.