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Planting Conditions: Suitable for normal, clay or chalk soils; thrives in full sun to semi-shade; ideal for inland or exposed sites
Growth Rate: Fast growth, expect 60–90cm per year
Height: Easily maintained at 3–6m depending on trimming schedule
Best Features: Dense evergreen foliage, excellent for privacy screening, strong wind-resistance, low-maintenance once established
Planting Density: 1 per metre for a fast, solid hedge (or 2 per metre for an instant, super-dense screen)
Cupressocyparis Leylandii
The Leylandii is a fast-growing, hardy evergreen conifer that forms a dense, reliable hedge. It performs best in well-drained soil and thrives in full sun, though it will tolerate light shade. It is highly suited to inland and exposed sites, making it a popular choice for privacy and wind protection.
Growth is vigorous, so regular trimming is needed to keep height under control and maintain a neat, compact shape. With consistent pruning, it can be kept to the height required for your garden.
Leylandii hedges provide strong, year-round cover and a long-lasting boundary solution. For best results, plant 60–90cm apart to establish a dense and effective screen.
| Growth Rate | Fast |
|---|---|
| Foliage Type | Evergreen |
| Planting Density | 1-2 (per metre) |
| Hardiness | Fully hardy |
| Size | 300cm-350cm |
| Season of Interest: | All Year |
Pick one 2–3× wider than the rootball with drainage holes. Add a saucer if it’s on a patio, but never let the pot sit in standing water.
Use quality peat‑free multi‑purpose compost blended with roughly 20–30% grit or perlite for drainage. You can mix in a small handful of slow‑release fertiliser granules following the label.
Cover the drainage holes with crock or mesh, add a 3–5 cm base layer of compost mix, and gently tease the outer roots. Position the plant so the top of the rootball sits level with the pot rim, backfill and firm lightly to remove air pockets (don’t bury the stem), then water thoroughly until it runs from the base.
Choose a bright spot with a few hours of sun and shelter from strong, cold winds. For pots, raise the container on feet or small blocks to keep the base off the ground and prevent waterlogging.
Keep the root zone evenly moist during the first season. Check moisture 3–5 cm down and water deeply when dry. In heatwaves expect to water every 1–3 days in pots and about two to three times per week in the ground; in winter, water far less but do not allow the rootball to become bone‑dry.
In spring, apply a slow‑release fertiliser as directed. From late spring to mid‑summer, an optional liquid feed every three to four weeks helps container plants perform at their best.
Lightly trim after the main flush of new growth to keep the plant dense and tidy. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems whenever you see them.
Apply a 2–3 cm mulch of compost or fine bark over the root zone to reduce evaporation and suppress weeds, keeping mulch a few centimetres away from the main stem.
Choose sun to light shade and avoid spots that stay waterlogged. Improve heavy clay with grit and organic matter; for very sandy soil, add plenty of compost to hold moisture.
Dig a hole roughly twice as wide as the rootball and only as deep. Roughen the sides and base, and prepare backfill from topsoil and well‑rotted compost at about 70/30 without strong fertiliser at planting. Soak the potted plant for 10–15 minutes, remove it, tease outer roots, and set the top of the rootball level with the surrounding soil. Backfill and firm in layers, form a shallow watering basin, water deeply with a full can or two, and finish with a 2–3 cm mulch that does not touch the stem.
Allow at least 1–1.5 m of space from walls, fences, or other shrubs for airflow and shape. Most shrubs do not need staking; in very windy sites use a short stake set at an angle with a soft tie during the first season only.
Water deeply once or twice per week in dry spells, aiming at the original rootball area. Top up mulch each spring and give a light shape once vigorous new growth is visible.
For pots, raise on feet and, in severe frost, move near a wall or wrap the container with fleece or bubble wrap. In the ground, mulch before hard frosts and avoid waterlogging.
Yellowing leaves usually indicate overwatering or poor drainage; improve drainage and reduce watering. Brown, crispy edges suggest underwatering or wind scorch; water more deeply and add shelter. Leggy growth means the plant needs more light; move to a brighter spot and give a light trim after the main growth flush.
