Cupressus macrocarpa |
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Monterey Cypress |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve George/Sortomme
Description
Standing 40' tall, bright green foliage highlights this tree. Ideal for planting on golf courses or near the coast, the Monterey Cypress spreads with age to shed its narrow and pyramidal structure of youth. It grows best in coastal habitats where it isnot exposed to extreme heat or humidity.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Formal, Seascape
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusualshape
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Publicpark, Roadsidehwy
Special Uses
Screen, Windbreak
Attracts Wildlife
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Water Saving Tip:
Add a rain sensor to your sprinkler controller to automatically interrupt the watering cycle when it rains.
