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Cupressus macrocarpa
Monterey Cypress
Cupressus · Cupressaceae
Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 20 m high and 20 m spread, with a spreading canopy form. Its recorded local performance is very reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Cupressus
Family
Cupressaceae
Common name
Monterey Cypress
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Cupressus macrocarpa belongs to the Cupressus genus within the Cupressaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Salt + Wind
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
20 m H × 20 m W
Landscape use
Limit use
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Cupressus macrocarpa observation photograph — GBIF · 謝麗霦 · http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/