The Leyland Cypress is a fast-growing evergreen tree with a pyramidal shape. The tree's dense growth and tall height make it a great choice for creating a border shade that will block unwanted sights and reduce neighborhood noise. Besides its utility, this evergreen is nice to look at with feathery soft, textured leaves. The tree grows 3 ft. to 4 ft. per year and reaches a height of about 60 ft. to 70 ft. and a spread of 15 ft. to 25 ft. The Leyland is drought tolerant and hardy in Zones 6-10. The plant is shipped in a #1 pot with a minimum height of 12 in. The Leyland should be planted in full sun but can tolerate most types of soil, as long as they are well-drained. Once planted, prune for the first few years in order to encourage dense growth.
| Mature Height (in.) | 840 |
|---|---|
| Mature Width (in.) | 600 |
| Additional Characteristics | Drought Tolerant,Windbreak |
| Average Shipping Height (in.) | 12 |
| Best Time to Plant | Year Round |
| Blossom Color | No Blossoms |
| Botanical Name | Cupressus × leylandii |
| Common Name | Cypress |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Fragrance | Non-Fragrant |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Hardiness Zone | 10 (30 to 40 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
| Optimal Soil Condition | Acidic |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 96 |
| Returnable | 90-Day |
| Shipped As | Container |
| Sun Tolerance | Full Sun |
| Wildlife Attracted | No Wildlife Attracted |
| Wildlife Deterred | No Wildlife Deterred |
