Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

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Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green' is distinguished for its rapid growth and luscious green foliage, making it an exceptional choice for privacy screens and hedges. Also known as Leighton Green Leyland Cypress, this evergreen conifer offers dense, vibrant green foliage year-round. Its upright and symmetrical form coupled with its adaptability has cemented its popularity among garden enthusiasts and landscape designers.

Common Name: Leighton Green Leyland Cypress
Botanical Name: Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'
Mature Height: 15-20m
Mature Width: 3-4m
Foliage: Dense, vibrant green
Flowering period: Non-flowering
Form/Habit: Tall, upright, and symmetrical
Uses: Privacy screens, windbreaks, hedges, specimen planting
Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
Tolerates: Wind, drought, varied soil types
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Medium; benefits from periodic pruning to maintain shape and height
Water requirement: Moderate, but can tolerate periods of drought once established

Planting your Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'
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How to Plant Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

Site Selection: Prefers well-draining soils but can adapt to a variety of soil conditions.
Soil Preparation: Mix in organic compost with the existing soil for optimal growth.
Hole Digging: Excavate a hole approximately double the width of the root ball and of a similar depth.
Planting: Set the tree in the hole, ensuring it's upright. Refill with soil, press gently, and water thoroughly.

Caring For Your Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'
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Caring for Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

Watering: Water regularly during the tree's establishment phase. Once settled, it's quite drought-resilient but will appreciate consistent moisture.
Mulching: A mulch application around the tree base will assist in retaining soil moisture and suppressing weeds.
Pruning: For maintaining the desired height and form, especially for hedges, periodic pruning is advised.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'
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Frequently Asked Questions

How fast does 'Leighton Green' grow? It's a swift grower, with annual growth rates of up to 1m when conditions are favorable.
Can it handle frost? Yes, 'Leighton Green' is frost-hardy and can manage cold conditions.

Description

Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green' is distinguished for its rapid growth and luscious green foliage, making it an exceptional choice for privacy screens and hedges. Also known as Leighton Green Leyland Cypress, this evergreen conifer offers dense, vibrant green foliage year-round. Its upright and symmetrical form coupled with its adaptability has cemented its popularity among garden enthusiasts and landscape designers.

Common Name: Leighton Green Leyland Cypress
Botanical Name: Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'
Mature Height: 15-20m
Mature Width: 3-4m
Foliage: Dense, vibrant green
Flowering period: Non-flowering
Form/Habit: Tall, upright, and symmetrical
Uses: Privacy screens, windbreaks, hedges, specimen planting
Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
Tolerates: Wind, drought, varied soil types
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Medium; benefits from periodic pruning to maintain shape and height
Water requirement: Moderate, but can tolerate periods of drought once established

Planting your Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

How to Plant Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

Site Selection: Prefers well-draining soils but can adapt to a variety of soil conditions.
Soil Preparation: Mix in organic compost with the existing soil for optimal growth.
Hole Digging: Excavate a hole approximately double the width of the root ball and of a similar depth.
Planting: Set the tree in the hole, ensuring it's upright. Refill with soil, press gently, and water thoroughly.

Caring For Your Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

Caring for Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

Watering: Water regularly during the tree's establishment phase. Once settled, it's quite drought-resilient but will appreciate consistent moisture.
Mulching: A mulch application around the tree base will assist in retaining soil moisture and suppressing weeds.
Pruning: For maintaining the desired height and form, especially for hedges, periodic pruning is advised.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cupressus leylandii 'Leighton Green'

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast does 'Leighton Green' grow? It's a swift grower, with annual growth rates of up to 1m when conditions are favorable.
Can it handle frost? Yes, 'Leighton Green' is frost-hardy and can manage cold conditions.

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