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SHORTY LEYLAND CYPRESS
Cupressocyparis leylandii 'Shorty'
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Hardiness Zone: 6-9 · Mature Height: 10-12 Feet · Mature Spread: 5-6 Feet
Shorty Leyland Cypress is everything gardeners love about Leylands—just without the towering size. This compact selection grows slowly and stays naturally tight, creating a handsome column of soft, bright green foliage with subtle blue undertones. Ideal for southern landscapes and warm climates, Shorty maintains excellent vigor even in heat and humidity, making it a dependable structural plant year-round.
Thanks to its controlled growth rate, Shorty reaches an estimated 5 feet in its first six years, allowing it to fit comfortably into smaller landscapes where full-sized Leylands would overwhelm. Its dense, upright habit looks impressive even without pruning, offering an easy, evergreen presence in foundation plantings, mixed beds, or as a single accent. For gardeners desiring a crisp, clean hedge line, a light yearly trim is all it takes to maintain a refined, formal look.
Drought tolerant once established and adaptable to many well-drained soils, Shorty Leyland Cypress is both tough and versatile. Whether you're looking for a compact privacy screen, a durable backdrop for flowering shrubs, or a modern evergreen column for architectural contrast, this dwarf Leyland delivers dependable performance in a beautifully manageable package.
SHORTY LEYLAND CYPRESS Plant Characteristics
Bark Type*
| • | Rough |
Brand*
| • | Iseli Nursery |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - High Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Low Resistance |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Nature Assets*
| • | Attracts Birds |
Plant Type*
| • | Conifer |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Moist |
| • | Tolerates Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Graft |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Winter |
| • | Year-Round |
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SHORTY LEYLAND CYPRESS Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Prefers well-drained soil.
- Adapts to most average garden soils.
- Avoid consistently wet or heavy clay conditions.
- Sun Exposure:
- Full sun for best density and color.
- Tolerates light shade (1–2 hours) but grows looser with too much.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Moderate water during establishment.
- Once established, shows good drought tolerance.
- Deep soak during extended dry spells improves long-term vigor.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
- Annual compost top-dressing enhances soil and root health.
- Avoid high-nitrogen lawn fertilizers near the root zone.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Naturally compact—minimal pruning required.
- Light annual shearing from late spring through mid-fall keeps it even tighter.
- Avoid heavy pruning into old wood.
- Monitor for deer, which may browse the foliage.
Family: Cupressaceae · Common Name: Cypress
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About SHORTY LEYLAND CYPRESS
- A True Dwarf Leyland: Shorty is a compact, slower-growing selection—perfect where the classic Leyland is simply too large.
- Naturally Tidy Form: Dense, upright growth offers a polished look, even without pruning.
- Southern Garden Favorite: Thrives in heat and humidity, making it ideal for warm-climate landscapes.
- Low-Maintenance Hedge Option: A once-a-year trim keeps it neat, formal, and space-efficient.
- Soft, Blue-Green Foliage: Rich evergreen color with subtle bluish tones adds refined texture year-round.
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