A tall, narrow evergreen conifer with dark green foliage forming a distinctive columnar silhouette, commonly used as a striking accent or windbreak in Mediterranean-style gardens. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and thrives in hot, sunny locations.
Overview
Form
Pyramidal
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
40–60′ tall × 3–6′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 7aZone 11b
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Zone range: Zone 7a to Zone 11b
Seasonality
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFallWinter
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native Range
Mediterranean
Function & Care
windbreakwildlife benefiterosion control
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting
Notable Cultivars
'Stricta' is the most common narrow columnar form, while 'Glauca' features striking silvery-blue foliage and is valued for ornamental impact.
