Cupressus sempervirens 'Tiny Towers'

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This tree will grow slowly to 20'-25' tall and has dense blue green foliage with a lot of branches. The tree is upright and narrow, needing little pruning. This is a great plant for topiaries and containers. It prefers full sun and once it's established it is drought tolerant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Lawn, Raised Planter, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Container, Topiary, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.