Cupressus sempervirens Totem 18 Litre Pot 150/175cm

Cupressus sempervirens ‘Totem’

Tall, slender, and statuesque, Cupressus sempervirens ‘Totem’ brings an unmistakable touch of the Mediterranean to gardens far beyond its native climate. Known as the Italian Cypress, this columnar conifer is famed for its elegant, upright habit – rising like a green spire and adding instant drama, structure, and height to any planting scheme.

‘Totem’ is a particularly compact and tight-growing selection, bred to hold its narrow, architectural form without splaying or losing its shape. The evergreen foliage is dense and rich green, forming a vertical pillar that remains neat all year round. Its natural form requires very little clipping, making it an excellent choice for those who want strong structure in the garden with minimal effort.

In the garden, few plants are as versatile for creating atmosphere. A single specimen can serve as a bold focal point, while a pair flanking an entrance makes an elegant, Mediterranean-style statement. Planted in a row or avenue, their tall, narrow forms provide rhythm and grandeur, while in smaller gardens they add height without taking up much ground space. Their clean lines are equally at home in traditional, formal settings or in more contemporary designs where minimalism is key.

Growing conditions:

• Position: Full sun – thrives best with plenty of light

• Soil: Well-drained soil is essential; tolerates poor, sandy soils once established

• Aspect: Hardy in the UK; best in a sheltered site away from cold, drying winds

• Care: Very low maintenance – prune only if needed to maintain a tight shape; water regularly in the first year until established

Key features:

• Iconic, Mediterranean-style columnar conifer

• Evergreen with dense, dark green foliage

• Naturally narrow habit – holds its shape with little pruning

• Excellent for avenues, entrances, focal points, and formal designs

• Height: up to 6–8m over time | Spread: 60–90cm

Cupressus sempervirens Totem 18 Litre Pot 150/175cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.