Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque'
Also Known As
- Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Contorta'
- Cupressus leylandii 'Contorta'
- x Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Picturesque'
- Contorted Leyland Cyperus
Plant type
tree, shrub, conifer
size
- H: 20'-40'
- W: 6'-18'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque' plant details
Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque'
- Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
- Plant family: cupressaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 18 FT - wide, 20 FT - 40 FT - tall
- Uses: bonsai, container plant, contorted, hedge, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque' plant
How to Grow Cupressus x leylandii 'Picturesque'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub, Conifer, Groundcover
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-36"
Width: 24"-120"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Tree, Conifer
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 6'-15'
- sun - mostly shade
- low
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
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Size
Height: 12'-35'
Width: 6'-25'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 60'-80'
Width: 15'-40'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-15'
- sun
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