Cupressocyparis Leylandii Gold (Gold Rider Cypress)
Cupressocyparis Leylandii Gold (Gold Rider Cypress)
Cupressocyparis Leylandii Gold (Gold Rider Cypress) is a fast-growing conifer that brings year-round colour to your garden. Known for its bright yellow and green foliage, this striking plant retains its golden hue throughout the year, making it a standout in any landscape. The dense, evergreen leaves create a lush backdrop, while its upright and columnar growth habit adds vertical interest to your garden. This hardy and low-maintenance plant is a perfect choice for hedging, privacy screening, or as a border plant.
Ideal for hedges and privacy screens, the Gold Rider Cypress thrives in full sun or partial shade and is highly tolerant of different soil types, including well-drained chalk, clay, loam, and sand. While minimal pruning is required, trimming in late spring to early summer can help maintain its tidy shape. Whether you choose to prune it into a neat form or let it grow naturally, this versatile plant enhances your garden’s aesthetic and provides year-round greenery.
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Mature height
Up to 25 meters
Mature width
Up to 5 meters
Spacing
1.5 to 2 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Green and yellow foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring (March-May)
Sun tolerance
Full sun or partial shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; prune in May-July if desired to shape