Leyland Cypress. A fast growing coniferous tree with plume-like sprays of yellow foliage. Dark brown cones. Max Height 25m. Max Spread 5m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. May cause skin allergy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Cupressocyparis X leylandii ‘Castlewellan’
A fast growing coniferous tree with plume-like sprays of yellow foliage. Dark brown cones.
Additional information
| Generic | Cupressocyparis |
|---|---|
| Species | X leylandii |
| Varietry | 'Castlewellan' |
| Common Name | Leyland Cypress |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 25m |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Narrowly columnar |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | yellow |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Hedging |
| Toxicity | May cause skin allergy |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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