Cupressocyparis leylandii

description

the cupressocyparis leylandii (Leyland cypress) is a very fast growing evergreen conifer, widely used for the realization of high hedges and shields. It is appreciated for the density of vegetation and the ability to create green barriers in a short time.

characteristic

  • Type: Evergreen conifer
  • height: 15–25 m (also kept in hedges)
  • width: 5–8 m
  • exposure: sun, half shade
  • land: adaptable
  • rusticity: up to -15°c
  • foliage: Evergreen, intense green
  • growth: very fast

origin

hybrid between cupressus macrocarpa and chamaecyparis nootkatensis, selected in garland and spread throughout Europe for ornamental use and hedges.

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