Description
Leyland Cypress Are One of America’s Most Popular Privacy Trees
Leyland Cypress are popular, fast-growing privacy trees. They have soft, dense foliage and grow more narrowly than other evergreen trees that have a more pyramidal shape. Leyland Cypress’s growth rate is considered fast, about 3 to 5 feet per year in the right conditions.
Planted as a hedge, it will become a tight, dense barrier for privacy, sound, or wind reduction.
Plant Facts
Mature Height | 40-60 ft. |
Mature Width | 8-12 ft. |
Sunlight | Full – Partial |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Grow zones | 6 to 10 |
Botanical Name | Cupressocyparis leylandii |
USDA Hardiness Zones 6 to 10
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast do Leyland Cypress trees grow?
Leyland Cypress are considered fast growing. Expect 3 to 5 feet of new growth per year once established.
Where is the best place to buy Leyland Cypress online?
We have ordered, visited and evaluated over 30 online nurseries. In our opinion, the best online nurseries to buy Leyland Cypress are, Fast-Growing-Trees.com, PlantingTree.com and MyPerfectPlants.com
About our price comparisons: We have either ordered, visited (to evaluate), or worked with over 50 online garden centers. We strive to compare prices from online nurseries that we have experienced and send the highest quality plants at the lowest prices. Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews, price comparisons, or the price you pay. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choices.