The cupressocyparis leylandi "gold rider" is an ornamental cultivar of leyland cypress, characterized by golden or yellow colour leaves. This variety maintains the typical conical or columnar shape of the mother species, with flattened aghiform leaves arranged densely on the branches. With fast growth and good tolerance to the prunings, it is often chosen for the formation of decorative hedges and the creation of landscape environments captivating. Its general resistance and ability to adapt at different growth conditions make it popular in gardens, parks and other ornamental areas.
color of the leaves:the most obvious feature is
golden or yellow color of the leaves, which differs
significantly from the darkest green of traditional varieties
of leyland cypress. This gives the tree a bright appearance
and decorative.
form: preserves the conical or columnar shape typical of leyland cypress, with
densely arranged branches. Growth is fast and can achieve
considerable size.
leaves: leaves are aghiform, flattened and coloured
golden. The dense layout of the leaves contributes to
compaction of the hair.
cones: produces conical-shaped brown cones, similar to those
of traditional varieties leyland cypress.
growth: as the mother species, the 'gold rider' is known for its
fast growth, which makes it a popular option for those who want
quickly get an ornamental cover.
tolerance
to the prunings: this variety tolerates pruning well,
allowing gardeners to model the tree according to the
aesthetic preferences or adapt it to specific space requirements.
adaptability: it is
adaptable to a variety of soil and climate conditions, although
preferring well drained land.
use
ornamental: thanks to its unique golden color, the 'gold rider' is
often cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks and places
landscape, adding a touch of color and brightness.
The specific information about its origins is limited, the species Mother, leyland cypress, was created in the united kingdom in 1888 from the accidental intersection between the cypress lawson and the cypress of Nootka. The leyland cypress became popular for its growth rapid and conical shape. The 'gold rider' variety has been later developed for its golden leaves, adding a decorative element to the mother species.