Cupressus sempervirens Stricta

Tree Name:

Conifer Stricta / Cupressus sempervirens Stricta

Leaves

Evergeen

Type

Coniferous

Growth

15m - 20m

Cupressus sempervirens ‘Stricta’, commonly known as the Italian Cypress, is an elegant, upright evergreen conifer native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its narrow, columnar shape, growing up to 15–20 meters tall but only 1 to 2 meters wide. The tree features dense, dark green foliage arranged in tight, vertical sprays, providing a sleek, sculptural appearance. Thriving in well-drained soils and full sun, the Italian Cypress is highly drought-tolerant once established. It is often used as a focal point, hedge, or privacy screen in Mediterranean-style gardens and landscapes, offering both beauty and vertical height in outdoor spaces.