Mini Pencil Pine
Cupressus Sempervirens

Mini Pencil Pine Plant

Mini Pencil Pine is a small, slow-growing tree that thrives in full sun and well-draining sandy loam soil. It does not have edible or medicinal uses, but is used as an ornamental tree.

Picture illustrating Mini Pencil Pine plant

Habit

Tree

Height

1 to 2 m

Growth

Slow

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Full sun

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Mediterranean

Climatic Condition

Temperate, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

15°C to 25°C

Humidity (%)

60% to 70%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

5 to 10 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Soil EC

0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

20 to 30 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10 

life Span

15 to 30 years

Health Benefits

Ornamental, Air-purifying

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% sandy loam, 30% perlite, 30% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize quarterly with slow-release fertilizer

Common Diseases and Remedies

Root rot, Powdery mildew, Leaf spot, Needle Blight. 

Yellowing, black or brown spots on leaves, powdery coating, wilting, Browning Needles. 

Neem oil, baking soda solution, garlic spray, compost tea

Systemic fungicides, insecticidal soap, horticultural oil

Mini Orchid
Phalaenopsis amabilis