Description
Cupressus sempervirens 'Glauca,' also known as Mediterranean Cypress, Italian Cypress, or Pencil Pine, is an elegant conifer originating from the Eastern Mediterranean. This evergreen cultivar is distinguished by its narrow, columnar form and distinctive blue-grey foliage, making it a popular choice for formal gardens, as privacy screens, or as architectural accents in Perth landscapes. Reaching heights of 10-15 metres with a slim width of 1-1.5 metres, 'Glauca' is ideal for adding vertical interest to outdoor spaces and is well-suited for planting in garden beds, borders, or lining driveways and pathways.
Thriving in full sun, this hardy cypress prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil and is tolerant of Perth’s dry conditions once established. Minimal water is required, though regular watering is beneficial during prolonged dry spells. It is a long-lived tree with a slow to moderate growth rate, and it adds year-round colour and structure to the garden. 'Glauca' is well-suited for Perth's Mediterranean-like climate, bringing both elegance and resilience to any landscape design.
| Botanical Name | Cupressus sempervirens |
| Common Name | Mediterranean Cypress, Italian Cypress, Tuscan Cypress, Persian Cypress, Pencil Pine |
| Cultivar | Glauca, Blue-grey form |
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Classification |
Conifers |
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| Origin | Eastern Mediterranean |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 10 - 15 M |
| Width | 1 - 1.5 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-drained; tolerates various soils |
| Water Requirement | Low once established; drought-tolerant |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | N/A |
| Flower Time | N/A |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets and humans – contains skin-irritant sap. |
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