{"product_id":"topiary-cupressus-glauca-spiral","title":"TOPIARY \/ Cupressus glauca (Spiral)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopiary Pencil Pine (Spiral) \/ Topiary Italian Cypress (Spiral)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCupressus sempervirens\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Glauca’ (Spiral)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily: \u003c\/strong\u003eCupressaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eMediterranean (Italy \u0026amp; Eastern Med.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen conifer (topiary spiral)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic Mediterranean statement for Adelaide gardens. This pencil-slim cypress is clipped into an elegant spiral that keeps its shape with light, regular trims. Year-round blue-green foliage, superb heat and wind tolerance, and a tiny footprint make it perfect for paths, formal entries and premium pots—especially in coastal suburbs with good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e1.8–3 m H × 0.5 m W as a maintained spiral (unclipped trees grow much taller)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-30 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, scale-like sprays; dense vertical texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e No showy flowers; produces small, rounded cones only\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen architectural form; subtle cone interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shelter for small birds; minimal nectar\/pollen value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought, heat \u0026amp; wind tolerant once established; coastal-capable (avoid heavy sea spray); light–moderate frost hardy; dislikes waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features\/avenues: space 1.5–2.5 m apart; Large pots: one per 45–55 cm container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs (not meant for chewing). Ingestion can still cause mild tummy upset, and the resin can irritate skin in sensitive pets—so discourage nibbling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light part shade (full sun = tightest spiral \u0026amp; best colour)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam or sandy loam; mound\/raise in heavy clay; keep mulch off trunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 14–21 days in summer (more in heatwaves or pots); rarely in winter if dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim 2–4×\/yr with light clips to follow the spiral (avoid cutting into old brown wood); rotate pots quarterly for even light; slow-release conifer fertiliser in early spring; stake young plants in windy sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suited to temperate and Mediterranean SA gardens, including coastal areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral, Alkaline; tolerates slightly Acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin spirals flanking gates, doors or arbors for instant theatre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormal axis markers and path punctuation without stealing space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium container feature for courtyards; pair with olives, lavender and thyme for a luxe Mediterranean palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIconic Mediterranean glamour with almost no fuss: slim footprint, evergreen blue-green colour, and superb heat tolerance for Adelaide. A couple of quick clips a year keeps the spiral sharp—delivering a high-end look in the ground or in statement pots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"500mm Pot","offer_id":68020886012156,"sku":"TOPI-CUPR-GLAU-SPIR-500MM","price":907.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/topiary-cupressus-glauca-spiral-single-500mm-pot-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1793169757","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/topiary-cupressus-glauca-spiral","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}