Leylandii Hedging 12/15 Litre Pot 175/200cm

Cupressocyparis leylandii – Instant Impact Evergreen Hedge & Screen (15-Litre, 175–200cm)

Cupressocyparis leylandii, known as Leyland Cypress, is a fast-growing, evergreen conifer celebrated for its dense, finely textured green foliage and natural upright form. Supplied here in a 15-litre pot at an impressive 175–200cm height, it offers instant structure and privacy for your garden. Ideal for creating tall hedges, screens, or windbreaks, Leylandii is valued for its rapid growth, year-round greenery, and versatility in a wide range of garden settings.

With its naturally slender, columnar habit, this well-established specimen is perfect for immediate impact, whether planted as a single feature or as part of a new or existing hedge.

Why Grow Cupressocyparis leylandii (175–200cm, 15-Litre)?

Instant Privacy & Shelter – Already 175–200cm tall at planting, offering immediate screening and structure.

Fast-Growing Evergreen – Can add 60–90cm of new growth per year under good conditions, quickly forming a dense, tall hedge.

Year-Round Greenery – Retains rich green colour and dense foliage throughout all seasons for continuous coverage.

Versatile & Tough – Ideal for hedges, boundary screens, windbreaks, or clipped architectural shapes.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade; thrives in an open site with good air circulation.

Soil: Grows well in well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soils, including clay and sandy ground. Avoid planting in poorly drained or waterlogged areas.

Watering: Water generously after planting and regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots; once established, drought-tolerant.

Maintenance & Pruning:

Pruning:
→ For hedges, trim 2–3 times per year between April and September to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
→ Avoid cutting back into old wood, as Leylandii does not regenerate from bare stems.

Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote vigorous, healthy growth.

Perfect Uses & Combinations

Leylandii is ideal for creating immediate privacy around patios, gardens, pools, or along property boundaries. It forms a dense, evergreen backdrop that beautifully complements flowering shrubs, perennials, or formal garden designs. Underplant with shade-tolerant groundcovers like hostas, ferns, or ivy for a layered, lush effect.

Tip: For a formal look, keep regularly clipped; for a naturalistic hedge, prune lightly and less frequently to allow a softer outline.