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Gold Leyland Cypress

Scientific name: Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Golconda'
Taxonomy
Family:Cupressaceae
Type:Coniferous trees
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:6 to 9
Plant Characteristics
Height:20 ft
Width:6 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description This variant of Leyland cypress is noted for its bright yellow foliage.

  Morphology:
This Leyland cypress cultivar has scale-like leaves arranged in opposite leaf pairs. This particular cultivar forms a fast growing upright plant with tight compact foliage that may grow to a height of 20’. While it needs full sun to retain its good color it may burn if the weather is too hot.

  Adaptation:
Performs well on most site and soil types. Can be used as hedge plant.

  Pests:
None reported.
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