Monterey Cypress

A fast-growing, medium to large evergreen conifer with a distinctive broad, spreading, and often windswept habit, especially when exposed to coastal conditions. It can reach 15-25m tall with a wide, irregular spread. The aromatic, bright green, scale-like leaves are densely packed, providing excellent screening. Hardy (H4) but benefits from some shelter inland, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating dry conditions and salt spray. Often planted as a shelterbelt in coastal areas or as a striking specimen tree with an RHS AGM.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Well-drained.

Hardiness: H4 — down to −10°C.

Flowering: Mar, Apr.