cupressocyparis leylandi gold rider

description

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.

characteristic

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.

origin

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.

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