Murray Cypress and Leyland Cypress are both popular choices for creating privacy screens, hedges, and windbreaks. While they have some similarities, there are also some differences between the two.
Murray Cypress (× Cuprocyparis leylandii 'Murray') is a cultivar of the Leyland Cypress. It was developed to be more disease-resistant and tolerant of hot and humid climates. Here are some key features of the Murray Cypress:
- Size: It can grow up to 40-60 feet tall and 10-15 feet wide, making it a good choice for creating a tall and dense barrier.
- Foliage: The foliage is a vibrant green color and has a feathery texture, similar to the Leyland Cypress.
- Growth habit: It has a fast growth rate, similar to the Leyland Cypress, and can add several feet of height per year under ideal conditions.
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Origins: |
Monterey Cypress x Alaska Cedar Hybrid |
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Height: |
30’ - 40’ |
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Spread: |
8’ - 12’ |
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Spacing: |
10’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
6 - 10 |
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N/A |
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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.
COMPANION PLANTS: Bluebeard, Viburnum, Black-eyed Susan
IMAGES: I, KENPEI, X Cupressocyparis leylandii2, CC BY-SA 3.0, (20 I, KENPEI, X Cupressocyparis leylandii3, CC BY-SA 3.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
