Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle®
Scientific Name: Cupressus x leylandii 'Moncal'
Also Known As
- Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Emerald Isle'
- x Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Moncal'
- Emerald Isle® Leyland Cypress
Plant type
tree, conifer
size
- H: 20'-25'
- W: 6'-8'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle® plant details
Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle® is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle®
- Plant type: conifer tree
- Plant family: cupressaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Uses: hedge, mass-planting, screen, windbreak, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle®
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained
Gardening facts about Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle® plant
How to Grow Cupressus x leylandii Emerald Isle®
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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