Cupressus 'Leylandii'

Common name
Cypress tree

Family
Cupressaceae

Genus
The tree is a hybrid of Monterey cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa) and Nootka cypress (Cupressus nootkatensis). Part of the Cupressaceae family.

Details
Hand grafted and propagated at Lime Cross Nursery, Cupressus 'Leylandii', often referred to simply as leylandii, is a fast-growing coniferous evergreen tree much used in horticulture, primarily for hedges and screens. 

For more ideas on how you can place conifers within your garden take a look at our blog post here: Best Conifers for Hedging.

Soil Type: Normal, heavy clay, light sandy, chalk, loam.
Aspect: Full sun.
Foliage Type: Evergreen.
Foliage Colour: Green needle-like leaves.
Pot Size: 3 litre and 10 Litre.
Ultimate Height: 8m.
Ultimate Spread: 4m.
Growth Rate: 20 - 50 years.