Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Leighton Green' - Conifer

Cupressocyparis Leylandii 'Leighton Green' — 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.

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

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 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.

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, unattractive views

> Establishing mature-looking gardens in minimal timeframes

> Formal gardens

> Excellent for both residential or larger rural properties 

Growing Requirements:

Prefers full sun to part shade positioning.

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

Why Choose Leighton Green:

When time is not on your side and speed matters, the Leighton Green delivers. Its combination of rapid growth, dense foliage coverage, year-round evergreen colour, hardiness characteristics make it the go-to choice for serious screening and hedging projects across Australia.

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.

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

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