North Carolina Zoological Park Plant Collection Identification Series

x Cupressocyparis leylandii

Leyland Cypress

Mammal Browse: No
Invasive: No
Toxicity:
Hardiness: USDA Zones 6 - 10
Uses: Short-term screen plant

Flower: Monoecious; not showy, males small (1/8 inch) reddish brown terminal cones; females sightly larger, round, yellow green.

Description: Medium sized tree reaching 60 to 70 feet in landscape, narrow, oblong crown.

Growth Rate: Rapid

Cultivation: Sun; well drained soil

Problems: Disease and insect prone

Native To: Europe

Location(s) In Park: Zone 1 - Oak Hill

Date Entered: 09/10/2004

Photo Source:
North Carolina Cooperative Extension
Information Source:
College of Natural Resources
NC State University
MAgnolia Gardens Nursery