Blue cypresses grow in width and height very quickly. Their rapid growth makes them popular as hedge plants. However, you will have to cut back hedges made of evergreen conifers again and again over the years.
How much does the blue cypress grow per year?
The blue cypress grows around 30 centimeters in height and 10 to 15 centimeters in width per year. Regular pruning, preferably in a cone shape, prevents the lower branches from becoming bald and maintains the stability of the hedge plant.
This is how fast the blue cypress grows every year
If you don't grab secateurs (€14.00 on Amazon), the blue cypress grows up to 30 centimeters higher and between 10 and 15 centimeters wider every year.
Mature, unpruned blue cypresses can reach heights of up to 25 meters.
Prune the ornamental trees regularly. This will ensure that the plant at the bottom does not turn brown and bare so quickly. This is especially true if you plant the false cypresses as hedges.
Tip
Cut back blue cypresses so that the lower branches also get enough light. The cone shape is particularly suitable for this. Then the conifer below will not go bald so quickly.
