Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda'

Also Known As

Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Golconda'
Dwarf Gold Leyland Cypress

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 12'-30'
W: 8'-15'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda' plant details

Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular 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 'Golconda'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Broadly conical in habit and outstandingly gold in color, this large shrub/ small tree makes a fine accent, privacy hedge, or landscape addition. S/M

By: Forestfarm

A sport of Haggerston Grey with lemon foliage, found in the U.K. in 1977 it holds its color well forming a golden obelisk that tapers little until very near the top.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Garden photo gallery of Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda'

Photo of Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda' foliage by Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda' plant

How to Grow Cupressus x leylandii 'Golconda'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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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

Photo of Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnificent' foliage by Evan Bean

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