Roman Cypress Retaining Wall – Classic Look, Built to Last
Want a retaining wall that looks like it’s been part of your yard forever—but still built tough with modern engineering? Roman Cypress is the way to go. It’s a tumbled version of the popular CypressStone® system, giving you that old-world, weathered stone look with the strength of today’s concrete.
At Lee’s General Landscaping, we design and install custom hardscapes using high-quality materials like Roman Cypress to help you transform your yard into something functional and beautiful.
Perfect For:
- Retaining Walls – Holds up slopes and keeps things tidy
- Raised Garden Beds – Strong and beautiful
- Stair Systems – Clean steps that blend right into the wall
Roman Cypress Retaining Wall System
What Is Roman Cypress?
Roman Cypress is basically the “aged-to-perfection” version of CypressStone®. The blocks go through a tumbling process that softens edges and corners—making them look more like natural stone that’s been there for years. So if you like that rustic charm and want something that blends in with nature, this is it.
Key Features:
Natural Stone Look
- Tumbled texture gives each block a worn-in, classic appearance
- Blends beautifully into gardens, patios, and traditional-style homes
Flexible Design Options
- Works for curved or straight walls, steps, and corners
- Comes with matching coping and corner units for a clean finish
Built to Perform
- Handles gravity walls up to 4 feet
- Can be reinforced up to 26 feet with geogrid
- Compatible with the CypressStone® system—so it’s easy to mix and match
Low Maintenance
- Once it’s in, it doesn’t need much—just the occasional rinse and check for settling
Sizes & Specs:
- Tapered Unit: 6″ x 8″ x 12″
- Corner Unit: 6″ x 8″ x 20″
- Revers-a-Cap: 3″ x 14″ x 7″ (front) x 8″ (back)
- Coping Unit: 3″ x 12″ x 23-5/8″
Color Options:
Pick from two warm, timeless blends—both tumbled for that natural weathered finish:
- Cascade Blend
- Summit Blend
We’ll help you choose what fits your home best.
Why Work with Lee’s General Landscaping?
Because we don’t just drop in some blocks—we design and build something you’ll be proud of for years.
Here’s what we bring to every job:
- Custom Designs: We’ll help lay out a wall that fits your yard and style
- Professional Install: We build it right the first time—solid base, proper drainage, and clean finishing
- Top Materials: We only use products we trust—like Roman Cypress from Mutual Materials
- Full Service: From design to clean-up, we handle it all
- You Come First: We don’t leave until you’re happy with the result
FAQs – Straight Talk from Mr. Lee
Q: What makes Roman Cypress different from regular blocks?
A: It’s tumbled, which gives it that soft, weathered look—like real stone that’s been around for years. Looks high-end but still has the strength of modern concrete.
Q: Can I use it for big and small projects?
A: Absolutely. It’s great for small raised beds or big engineered retaining walls—up to 26 feet tall when reinforced properly.
Q: Is it compatible with CypressStone®?
A: Yep. You can swap it into any CypressStone® layout without a problem.
Q: What kind of wall designs can you do?
A: Curves, straight lines, corners, steps—you name it. This system is super flexible.
Q: What’s the upkeep like?
A: Easy. No sealing needed. Just give it a rinse now and then, and check that everything’s still level.
About Mutual Materials
We only work with suppliers we trust—and Mutual Materials has been doing it right since 1900. They’re family-owned, locally operated, and they’ve got the best selection in the Northwest.
What Makes Them Great:
- 13 manufacturing plants and 18 local branches
- Focus on community, education, and sustainability
- Partnered with programs like Habitat for Humanity
- Promotes trades through job skills training and industry support
Their products are made to last—and we’ve seen the proof on hundreds of jobs.
Let’s Get to Work
If you want a retaining wall that looks like it belongs in a Tuscan vineyard—or just a really nice Seattle backyard—Roman Cypress is a great choice.
Call Lee’s General Landscaping today and let’s start planning your next project. We’ll walk the site, show you options, and build something that’s made to last—and look good doing it.
