Cupressus sempervirens: Italian Cypress Seeds

Zones: 7 to 10 Mature Height: 30 feet Mature Spread: 3 to 6 feet The Italian Cypress has an interesting narrow columnar form with dark green foliage. Very formal and strictly vertical. Excellent choice where height is desired but not width. Native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. Grows up to 30 feet in height and 3 to 6 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 7 to 10. Tolerates a variety of well-drained soils and drought. How To Start These Seeds: Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours Stratification: Cold stratify for 30 days Germination: sow seed 1/16 inch deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed, keep moist Seed Count Per Packet: This packet contains 40 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds. If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.