How do I plant Italian cypress?
Prepare LocationChoose a full sun planting location with a well-draining soil. Italian cypress trees grow up to 40 feet high and require a location with no overhead hazards. Dig a planting hole for the Italian cypress that is twice as wide as the root ball and slightly shallower than the root ball in depth. Rough up the edged of the holes to make it easy for the tree roots to penetrate the surrounding ground.Plant Italian CypressSet the Italian cypress tree into the hole so the top of the root ball is 1 inch above ground level. Spread the tree roots inside the hole and gently fill half the hole with soil. Verify the tree is standing straight and fill the remaining hole area with soil. Pack the soil while filling the hole to eliminate air pocket around the roots.After Planting MaintenanceWater the soil around the Italian cypress tree immediately after planting to moistened depth of 10 inches. Apply water to the tree once a week for the first four weeks after planting. Do not overwater t
