Care Guide for Leyland Cypress Tree

PLANTING:

• Choose a location with well-draining soil and full sunlight.
• Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth as the container.
• Place the tree in the hole and backfill with soil.
• Water the tree well to settle the soil.

SOIL:

• Prefers well-drained soil.
• Suitable for clay, alkaline, and compacted soils, avoid wet and soggy.

MULCH:

• Spread a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base of the plant to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Use organic mulch such as bark, wood chips, or leaves.

LIGHT:

• Thrives in full sun.

WATER:

• Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season.  
• Once established, water only during extended periods of drought.

FERTILIZE:

• Fertilize during early spring with a slow-release, well-balanced fertilizer.

PRUNING:

• Pruning is not necessary. 
• If left to grow naturally it may reach heights of up to 60 feet.