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Leyland Cypress-Fast-Growing Evergreen-Ideal for Privacy Screens 5 Gallon

Leyland Cypress-Fast-Growing Evergreen-Ideal for Privacy Screens 5 Gallon

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SKU:nte0357-redcrocus

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Cupressocyparis leylandii Information Page
Cupressocyparis leylandii - Plant Catalog

Cupressocyparis leylandii

Description

The Leyland Cypress is a fast-growing evergreen tree, popular for its use in privacy screens and windbreaks. It features a dense, pyramidal shape with soft, feathery foliage that ranges from dark green to bluish-green. Its rapid growth and adaptability make it a favorite among landscapers and gardeners.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for creating privacy screens, windbreaks, and hedges. It can also be used as a standalone specimen tree in larger gardens or landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical NameBotanical Name: Cupressocyparis leylandii
  • Common NameCommon Name: Leyland Cypress
  • Size & GrowthSize & Growth: Up to 60-70 feet tall, 15-25 feet wide
  • Hardiness ZonesHardiness Zones: 6-10
  • Foliage TypeFoliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom TimeBloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth RateGrowth Rate: Fast
  • Light RequirementsLight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts PollinatorsAttracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor FriendlyIndoor Friendly: No
  • Container FriendlyContainer Friendly: No
  • Deer ResistantDeer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet WarningPet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • FragrantFragrant: No
  • Cut FlowerCut Flower: No
  • Grows Well WithGrows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting InstructionsPlanting Instructions: Space 15-25 feet apart for hedges
  • Soil MoistureSoil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, especially when young
  • Soil TypeSoil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
  • HumidityHumidity: Tolerates a wide range of humidity levels
  • Pruning InstructionsPruning Instructions: Prune annually to maintain shape
  • Winter CareWinter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting DepthPlanting Depth: Same depth as nursery pot
  • FertilizationFertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special CareSpecial Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage
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