A conifer often associated with the tuscan countryside italian cypress makes a superb evergreen feature in the garden also known as the mediterranean cypress this stately drought45tolerant tree has a tall columnar habit looking fabulous planted either side of an entranceway or as an architectural focal point in the garden try growing cupressus sempervirens in large patio containers or borders to bring a touch of the mediterranean to your garden height after 10 years 3m ultimate heigh