Cupressus sempervirens totem
£55.00
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notes
Visually, Cupressus sempervirens Totem recalls the elegant cypress standing sentinel around villas on Tuscan hillsides; they have the same silhouette but on a smaller scale, making them a better proportion for gardens. For specimen planting, plant these small Italian Cypress in a large container or position at the back of borders, their slim, dark profiles drawing the eye.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 7L
- 8-12m (26-39ft) x 50cm-1m (1ft 8in-3ft) after 20-50 years
Delivery
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Features
notes
Visually, Cupressus sempervirens Totem recalls the elegant cypress standing sentinel around villas on Tuscan hillsides; they have the same silhouette but on a smaller scale, making them a better proportion for gardens. For specimen planting, plant these small Italian Cypress in a large container or position at the back of borders, their slim, dark profiles drawing the eye.
Insights
In Greek mythology, Cyparissus, a youth from an island now known as Kea, was a favourite of the god Apollo. Cyparissus accidentally killed his beloved stag one night in his sleep and his grief was so acute that he died and was turned into a tree - a cupressus. This variety has been named, understandably, after iconic Canadian and northwest American totem poles.
Details
Slow growing and tolerant of most things except exposure to cold winds
Planting
- Moist, well drained soil
- Full sun
- All aspects
- Sheltered
Care
No pruning necessary but plant out of cold, drying winds
Scent
Wonderfully pine scented foliage
Glossary