Arizona cypress and Italian cypress are often considered for the same spot in the garden (screening, specimen, container). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Cupressus arizonica 3.5 m × 1 m after 10 years
A blue-grey, scale-leaved evergreen that is mostly sold in slim, columnar forms: a handsome specimen in a warm, sunny spot, a screen when planted in a…
Cupressus sempervirens 3 m × 60 cm after 10 years
The pencil-thin, dark green column that defines Mediterranean landscapes: gardens almost always get the narrow columnar forms, which stay only one…
Arizona cypress needs less care than Italian cypress.
Italian cypress is cheaper: about €12 at the size usually planted, against about €19 for Arizona cypress.
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Feature
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Arizona cypress
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Italian cypress
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|---|---|---|
| Group | Large tree | Large tree |
| Size after 10 years | 3.5 m × 1 m | 3 m × 60 cm |
| Ultimate size | 5–18 m × 2–6 m | 4–20 m × 0.5–2 m |
| Growth rate | Medium | Medium |
| Light | Full sun | Full sun |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Sandy, Calcareous | Average garden soil, Sandy, Calcareous |
| Hardiness | down to -18 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) | down to -18 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6) |
| Foliage | Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Water need | Low | Low |
| Drought tolerance | High | High |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
| Planting distance | 250 cm | 150 cm |
| For children | no data | Non-toxic (uncertain) |
| Typical price | approx. €19 | approx. €12 |
Prices are rounded, indicative values. Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor. Data updated: October 8, 2026
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