CUPRESSUS SEMPERVIRENS TOTEM

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Requires full sun for strong, upright growth and dense foliage. Partial shade may cause thinner, less compact growth.

• Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained soil—loam, sandy, or chalky soils are ideal. Avoid heavy clay unless well-improved with grit and compost.

• pH Range: Tolerates a wide pH range from slightly acidic to alkaline (6.0–8.0).

• Moisture Needs: Drought-tolerant once established but benefits from consistent moisture in the first 1–2 years after planting.

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn to allow roots to establish before extremes of summer heat or winter frost.

• Spacing: Allow 60–100 cm between plants if creating a formal row or screen.

• Positioning Tips: Ideal as a statement specimen, driveway sentinel, or formal garden accent. Works equally well as a single feature or in symmetrical plantings.

• Shelter Needs: Hardy but prefers sheltered sites, especially in colder or windier regions, to prevent foliage browning.

• Container Growing: Can be grown in large pots with loam-based compost and good drainage; ideal for patios or entrances.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Water deeply and regularly during the first two growing seasons.

  • Once established, only water during extended dry periods.

  • For container-grown plants, water consistently to prevent the root ball from drying out.

• Feeding: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring to encourage steady growth and deep green foliage.

• Pruning:

  • Requires minimal pruning—lightly trim in late summer to maintain a neat, columnar shape.

  • Avoid hard pruning into old wood as new growth may not return.

• Mulching: Apply bark or compost mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and improve soil health—keep mulch away from the trunk.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free but may occasionally be affected by cypress aphid or root rot if overwatered.

• Winter Care: Fully hardy in most UK and Irish gardens. In exposed, cold sites, protect young plants with windbreak mesh to prevent winter browning.

• Weed Control: Keep the base weed-free to reduce competition for water and nutrients.

Ornamental Features, Seasonal Interest, and Garden Uses

• Foliage: Dense, evergreen, scale-like leaves form a tightly packed column of rich green year-round.

• Form: Naturally upright, narrow columnar habit with strong vertical lines, ideal for architectural planting schemes.

• Growth Rate: Moderate—grows around 20–30 cm per year in good conditions. Mature height can reach 3–6 metres, with a slim width of only 60–80 cm.

• Wildlife Benefits: Provides shelter for birds and insects.

• Ornamental Value: Perfect for adding Mediterranean elegance and height to gardens without taking up much ground space.

• Garden Design Uses:

  • Excellent as driveway or pathway sentinels.

  • Ideal for formal gardens and parterre designs.

  • Works in Mediterranean and contemporary landscapes.

  • Suited to container displays for patios and entrances.

• Seasonal Appeal: Evergreen foliage gives year-round colour and structure, with minimal seasonal variation.

• Longevity: Long-lived and low-maintenance when grown in the right conditions.

• Size
  80-100

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

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All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

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Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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