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Replace Cypress Trees

My name is Monty and I live in Las Vegas and I have 14 cypress trees, about 12-14 feet high, which are dying and I need to replace. The trees run along side a 5 foot high cinder block wall in my back yard, which is not very big. The trees are spaced a few feet apart. I am looking for recommendations for replacements. Since I live in Vegas, I am looking for a drought tolerant, sun loving evergreen tree/shrubs that are not toxic to dogs. Low maintenance is a plus!!! I appreciate any recommendations you may have. Thank you.

Posted by Monty Bowen on August 30, 2021

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Love your great question but sorry to say I must refer you to a local nursery. Your climate is very different from mine and a Master Gardener or local nursery will have the best advice on shrubs for your micro climate. I suspect they will suggest a sky rocket juniper or cypress. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti

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