Leylandii Hedging (Cupressocyparis leylandii) – Fast-Growing Evergreen for Instant Privacy
Leylandii is one of the UK’s most popular hedging conifers, prized for its incredibly fast growth, dense evergreen foliage, and year-round screening potential. This 220/240cm tall specimen in a 25 Litre pot offers an instant solution for creating privacy, shelter, or a formal green backdrop in larger gardens or commercial spaces.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring & Summer – Rapid new growth fills out quickly, creating a lush, dense screen.
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Autumn – Foliage maintains vibrant green colouring as temperatures drop.
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Winter – Evergreen branches provide continued privacy, windbreak, and structure when most plants are dormant.
Structure & Form
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Height: Supplied at 220/240cm and capable of growing up to 12m+ if left untrimmed.
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Spread: Grows 1.5–2m wide, depending on spacing and maintenance.
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Growth Rate: Exceptionally fast – up to 75–90cm per year.
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Foliage: Dense, feathery green foliage that responds well to regular clipping for a tidy, formal look.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Instant Hedging & Screening – Quickly creates privacy between properties or from roads.
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Windbreaks & Shelterbelts – Ideal for protecting exposed gardens.
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Formal Hedges & Boundaries – Can be neatly clipped to shape or left to grow for natural screening.
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Large Gardens & Estates – Suits expansive outdoor spaces where rapid coverage is desired.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Full sun to partial shade.
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Soil: Tolerant of most well-drained soils, including clay and sandy types.
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Hardiness: Fully hardy and suitable for all regions of the UK.
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Maintenance: Requires regular pruning 1–2 times a year to maintain shape and height.
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Spacing: For dense hedging, plant approx. 60–100cm apart.
Why Choose Leylandii Hedging?
- Instant Height & Coverage – Supplied at 220/240cm for immediate impact.
- Fast-Growing & Evergreen – Provides quick results and year-round privacy.
- Hardy & Versatile – Thrives in various soils and growing conditions.
- Ideal for Formal or Natural Screening – Easily shaped or left loose.
Leylandii Hedging in a 25 Litre pot is a reliable, fast-growing choice for anyone needing instant screening, wind protection, or a lush evergreen backdrop. With its vigorous growth and dense habit, it's the go-to solution for creating private, structured spaces with lasting impact.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
