Pencil PineOriginal product and size images are retained. Plants vary naturally; the older width label is not a guaranteed mature size.
Cupressus sempervirens
Pencil Pine
A slim evergreen silhouette for sunny terraces, garden entrances and courtyard corners. Three heights to choose from, each supplied with a basic plastic nursery pot.
Choose plant height
100–110 / 120–140 / 150–170 cm are supplied heights, not mature heights. Confirm whether the current measurement includes the pot.
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Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
For feeding during active growth. Dilute according to the bottle instructions.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Pencil Pine · Cupressus sempervirens
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Full sun preferred
- Foliage
- Evergreen · fine scale-like foliage
- Growth habit
- Upright tree · continues growing
- Plant silhouette
- Narrow, vertical crown
- Soil
- Free-draining soil or potting mix
- Planting
- Sunny outdoor pot or garden
Hong Kong growing tips
- Rainy season
- Keep drainage clear after heavy rain
- Hot, sunny days
- Check root-ball moisture more often
- Humid corners
- Leave space for air to circulate
- Before a typhoon
- Move pots to shelter before strong winds
- Mosquito prevention
- Empty saucers and outer pots
- Dry winter spells
- Check soil; do not stop watering blindly
A slender shape.
A sunny garden accent.
Use the upright outline to frame an entrance or give a terrace corner height. Leave room around the foliage and keep walkways clear.
Choose an outdoor position with direct sun, freely draining pots and shelter from strong gusts. A shaded indoor corner is not a suitable long-term home.
Planting & styling guide
How do I settle in and repot Pencil Pine?
In a pot
- Choose a sunny outdoor spot; let a plant arriving from shade adjust gradually to stronger light.
- Check the root ball before watering. Water thoroughly when the upper mix starts to dry, then let excess water escape.
- Keep the supplied pot initially. If roots become crowded, choose a stable, slightly larger pot with open drainage holes.
- Use a free-draining mix and keep the original planting depth; do not bury the base of the trunk.
- After repotting, water through and check drainage. Keep the pot upright and out of strong wind while it settles.
Planning a garden position
Allow for future growth and check space near paths and buildings. The listed sale heights do not describe the tree's eventual height or spread.
How should I care for it in Hong Kong?
- SunlightPrioritise direct outdoor sun. Give the crown room instead of pressing it against a wall or dense neighbouring plants.
- WateringAfter heavy rain, check that the pot drains freely. During hot or dry spells, inspect the root ball more often; established trees and newly planted pots have different water needs.
- Pruning & feedingKeep pruning light and within green growth; avoid cutting into bare old wood. Feed a healthy, actively growing potted plant only as directed on the product label.
- Before a typhoonMove portable pots into a sheltered position before strong winds arrive, away from balcony edges. Do not leave loose pots or saucers where they can fall.
Which plants work well alongside it?
A sunny, free-draining terrace can suit these three companions. Style them in separate pots and check moisture individually, especially in the rainy season.
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Size guide
Compare people and plants for a sense of scale. Refer to your selected option for this product's height.
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Frequently asked questions
Pencil Pine · Cupressus sempervirens
Can Pencil Pine live indoors?
It is best treated as an outdoor tree with direct sunlight. A bright-looking living room or office can still be too shaded for long-term growth; choose a sunny terrace or garden instead.
Why is the foliage turning brown?
Both dry roots and poor drainage can cause stress; mites or disease may also be involved. Check moisture, drainage and the affected branches before changing care. Send clear photos if browning spreads; extra fertiliser is not a cure.
Will it stay at the height I buy?
No. The three options are supplied sizes. This is a growing tree, and its eventual size depends on cultivar, root space and conditions. Avoid hard pruning into bare wood to force it to remain small.
Which size and pot are included?
Choose 100–110, 120–140 or 150–170 cm. Each option includes a basic plastic nursery pot; decorative planters are separate. Confirm the current height, pot dimensions and whether the stated height includes the pot.
From our nursery to your home
The last few
details, taken care of.
Allow an estimated 5–7 days. Confirm the delivery date and tell us about lift access or stairs before arrival.
estimated delivery
Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.