How to Grow and Care for Standing cypress

Standing cypress, also known as Texas plume, Scarlet gilia

Standing cypress thrives in well-drained soils and requires full sun exposure to promote its best growth and flowering. As an adaptable species, standing cypress tolerates drought conditions, making it relatively low-maintenance. Watering should be conservative, ensuring that the soil does not become waterlogged. Regular deadheading of spent flowers can encourage more blooms and prevent unwanted self-seeding. The ease of care makes standing cypress suitable for gardeners of various skill levels.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Standing cypress

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Biennial, Perennial, Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Fall
Hardiness Zones	6-9

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Standing cypress is distinguished by its bright red, tubular flowers which are neatly arranged on a flower spike, hanging downward to attract pollinators. In its first year, the plant forms a fern-like rosette foundation, followed by the development of a flower spike reaching heights of up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) in its second year. The foliage is finely dissected, giving it a lacy appearance. Its ability to thrive in well-drained soils ranging from gravelly to sandy or medium loam, as well as full sun to light shade conditions, is noteworthy. Moreover, standing cypress exhibits drought tolerance and deer resistance, adding to its appeal in a variety of garden settings.