‘Totem’ Italian cypress keeps an even narrower silhouette—just 60 cm wide at maturity—while reaching 6–10 m, making it ideal for small gardens or container culture. Dense, mid‑green foliage needs no clipping to hold form. Culture mirrors other C. sempervirens: sun, well‑drained soil, low water once established and protection below −12 °C. Excellent as living statuary or punctuation in modern designs.