Elevate your garden with this pair of Italian Cypress trees, boasting a naturally narrow and dense, arrow-straight growth habit. These elegant evergreens thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil, proving drought-tolerant and relatively low-maintenance once established. Regular clipping, similar to other conifers, encourages denser foliage. Perfect for containers on patios or flanking doorways, this pair arrives as established trees, approximately 1.2-1.4m tall in 20cm pots, ready for planting. Expect them to reach a mature height of 10m (33ft) and a width of 1.5m (5ft) over 20 years. Planting requires a sunny location and well-drained soil; a soil-based compost is ideal for containers. Dig a hole larger than the root ball, incorporating organic matter and mycorrhizal fungi for optimal root development. Plant at the same depth as in the pot, firm the soil, and water thoroughly. Regular watering is essential for the first two growing seasons; thereafter, these trees are drought-tolerant, though container plants will require more frequent watering. Mulch with 2-3 inches of organic matter after planting to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune out any dead or damaged growth, and trim lightly several times a year to maintain a neat shape and dense foliage.