Italian cypress is a Mediterranean plant which means it can survive in hot Mojave Desert residential landscapes. But some problems exist that can turn these plants into a brown mess like watering too often, planting them in the wrong soil, pests and even borers! These can get big! Can you control their height? Come and learn about where and if these plants should be in your landscape, how to take care of them including pruning and what to do if they are turning brown.