The house cypress is a variety of the large-cone cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa), which can be an alternative to a Christmas tree in the apartment. Not only because of its specific beauty, thanks to which it is immediately associated with a Christmas tree.
The conical shape and densely spaced needles are indeed impressive, but the small size and low cultivation requirements of this plant also encourage you to take care of it. Find out how to care for indoor cypress by growing it in a pot.
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The domestic cypress is a small, coniferous tree with a conical shape, growing to about 1 meter in height, which is perfect as a Christmas tree.
Why? Just because of the fact that looks like a miniature version of a traditional Christmas tree. However, it is more handy because it does not need so much space, which is why it is ideal for small apartments. This plant comes from southern California.
Household cypress in a pot, unlike its varieties growing in its natural environment, does not produce cones. However, this does not detract from his beauty. It looks beautiful both in its raw version and decorated with Christmas decorations and LED lights.
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Growing domestic cypress in a pot is not complicated. If you provide him with the right conditions, bIt looked great not only during Christmas. It will survive until spring, and when the outside temperature is above zero, you can put it on the balcony so that your neighbors can also admire it.
The best soil for this species is slightly acidic soil – fertile and humus. A mixture for conifers from a garden store will be ideal. Remember to provide the plant with a bright (or semi-shaded) position, but not in direct sunlight.
Never place a domestic cypress tree next to a radiator, because then the tree will start to lose its needles, dry out and turn pale. It is also possible that in such a situation unwanted spider mites will appear on it. Repot the tree every 2-3 years so that its roots have room to develop and the tree maintains a nice shape.
Watering your home cypress tree should be regular but moderate, every 7-8 days. Don’t overwater or overdry its roots. (prefers high air humidity).
