Pencil Pine – Cupressus sempervirens ‘Stricta’
Evergreen conifer with a tall, narrow, columnar growth habit
Category : Indoor & Outdoor Statement Plants
Pencil Pine – Cupressus sempervirens ‘Stricta’
Add elegance, height and structure to your garden with the Pencil Pine (Cupressus sempervirens ‘Stricta’), a beautiful evergreen conifer renowned for its naturally narrow, upright and columnar form.
Its distinctive vertical growth makes it particularly suitable for driveways, entrances, pathways, formal gardens and architectural landscaping. Unlike spreading trees, its narrow habit allows you to introduce height and greenery while making efficient use of available space.
The dense, dark-green foliage provides year-round structure and creates a sophisticated Mediterranean and formal garden appearance.
Perfect for:
- Driveway planting
- Entrance features
- Formal gardens
- Narrow garden spaces
- Screening and repetition planting
- Architectural landscaping
- Large pots and containers
Plant in a sunny position with well-drained soil and provide regular watering while establishing.