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Monterey Cypress

Cupressus macrocarpa, Cupressaceae

Zones
7–10
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakShade ProviderBeneficial Insect HabitatTrellis

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Red EscalloniaEscallonia macrantha
Wind ProtectionShade Provision
BroadleafGriselinia littoralis
Wind ProtectionShade Provision
Mexican AlderAlnus jorullensis
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Chaparral BroomBaccharis pilularis subsp. consanguinea

Monterey cypress creates dense shade and releases compounds that suppress understory shrubs like chaparral broom

Hollyleaf CherryPrunus ilicifolia

Monterey cypress produces dense shade and allelopathic compounds that severely inhibit native shrubs

Uses

Functions

Coastal WindbreakTimber ProductionOrnamental ScreeningWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Monterey Cypress grow in?

Monterey Cypress grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Monterey Cypress?

Good companions for Monterey Cypress include Red Escallonia, Broadleaf, Mexican Alder.

Design guilds with Monterey Cypress and see companion relationships visually.

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