Himalayan Cypress Data Sheet

• Common name: Himalayan cypress

• Latin name: Cupressus Torulosa

• Genus: Cupressus

• Height: 45 m (148 ft)

• Type: Evergreen

• Hardiness: Zone 7–10

• Conservation status: Near threatened

Cupressus Torulosa, commonly known as the Himalayan cypress, is a conifer native to southern Asia. Its range extends mainly across China.

This tree is generally found at low to medium altitudes, mostly from 300 m (980 ft) to 2,800 m (9,180 ft).

Himalayan cypress are a medium to large evergreen conifer, growing to a height of 45 m (148 ft) The trunk diameter can exceed 2 m. The leaves are set in a scaled pattern and are pale green. The cones are sphere shape and 3 cm in diameter. Young cones are pale green, maturing to light brown after 28 months.

It can live up to 500 years.

The Himalayan cypress is closely related to the Chinese weeping cypress, which shares many of its characteristics.

The timber from this tree is ideal for construction as it is very rot resistant. This is a rare tree for use in the garden landscape.

Pre Germination

These seeds need no pretreatment or stratification before sowing. Fill trays or pots with quality compost and firm down gently. Spread seeds across the surface; around 15 in a 10 cm pot is ideal. Cover with 3 mm of compost and gently firm down.

Keep compost damp, not soaking wet or dried out. Place pots or trays on a warm windowsill or in a warm conservatory. Germination should occur at 1–3 weeks.

Post Germination

Once seedlings appear, keep them in a well-ventilated area to reduce the risk of damping off disease. Place in a bright location such as a windowsill. Ensure seedlings never dry out. Water logging should also be avoided; young trees hate wet feet. These seedlings are fairly large and sturdy and will give you little hassle. They can be separated into their own 4" pots at 20–25 weeks; by this stage they are frost hardy and can stay outside. Fertilization is not required up to this point. During spring and summer we advise using an NPK 10-10-10 fertilizer every 4 weeks.

CAUTION: Slugs and snails love juicy young pines and spruce.

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