Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Leighton Green' - Conifer

Cupressocyparis Leylandii 'Leighton Green' is widely recognised as one of, if not THE fastest-growing screening and hedging varieties available.

This stunning conifer is the ultimate choice for those seeking rapid screening, tall hedging, and immediate visual impact by producing a green wall.

TOP PICK for creating the fastest-growing hedges and tall privacy screens!

Growth Size: Up to 10-15m x 3-5m w

Spacing: Plant these every 80cm apart for a faster forming hedge or further apart for a slower forming hedge or screen

Positioning: Full sun or part shade

Temperament: Frost tolerant and a hardy plant in all climates

Perfect for: Tall screening, screening out a neighbour or tall building, hedging, windbreak, property boundaries

Growth Rate: Very Fast

Key Features:

The Leighton Green forms a striking dense conical tree with a broad base tapering to a narrower top, creating a naturally refined silhouette.

Dark green foliage maintains its vibrant colour year-round, providing year-round visual presence and evergreen screening coverage.

This variety is celebrated for its exceptional fast growth rate, it can establish impressive height and density in remarkably short timeframes compared to other conifer varieties.

Size & Growth:

Mature height reaches 10-15 metres with a width of 3-5 metres, although these dimensions can be managed through strategic pruning if desired.

The rapid growth rate is legendary, this conifer can achieve full-screen coverage faster than almost any alternative.

Spacing: 

For optimal hedge formation, space plants approximately 80cm apart for rapid screen establishment, or further apart if you prefer a slower, more staggered development or have a larger property and are opting to leave these grow naturally without hedging.

Growing Requirements:

Prefers full sun to part shade positioning.

Hardy and frost-tolerant across all Australian climates, adapting well to diverse conditions. 

Perfect Uses:

> Tall privacy screens

> Establishing fast-growing hedges

> Windbreaks and shelter belts

> Lining properties and driveways

> Creating boundaries on larger properties

> Blocking out neighbours, large buildings next door or unattractive views

> Establishing mature-looking gardens in minimal timeframes

> Formal gardens

> Excellent for both residential or larger rural properties 

Why Choose Leighton Green:

> Create a screen quickly

> Tall screening

> Plain green in colour 

> No flowers

Height Approximates in Pots for this Variety:

200mm - 60-80cm tall

300mm - 1m tall

400mm - 1.4-1.6m tall

75L - 1.8 - 2m tall

100L - 2m+tall