Appearance: Leyland Cypress is a popular evergreen tree with a tall and slender shape with dense, feathery foliage that retains its vibrant green color throughout the year. It typically grows to a height of 50-70 feet (15-21 meters) and has a spread of 15-25 feet (4.5-7.5 meters).
Leyland Cypress is known for its fast growth rate, making it an excellent choice if you're looking for a tree that will quickly provide privacy or a windbreak.
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60’ - 70’ |
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10’ - 15’ |
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Spacing: |
12’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 10 |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water Regularly. Takes pruning well. Few problems, but watch for bagworms. Canker and root rot may occur in poorly-drained soils
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Privacy Screen, and Shade Tree.
IMAGE: W.Baumgartner, Cupressocyparis leylandii, CC BY-SA 3.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
