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  • Answered by
    chavez1961 on
    June 4, 2017
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    How much room do you have? Leyland cypress can grow 35 to 40 feet and 6 to 12 feet wide. They also need full sun and plenty of water til established. First year growth is about a foot and after that 3 to 4 feet per year.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 31, 2017
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    BushDoctor on
    September 24, 2017
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    It is best to prune this tree in summer. This will give you the best results without harming your tree.

    This article will explain in more depth:https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/leyland-cypress/pruning-leyland-cypress.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    September 28, 2017
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    More than likely, your tree will recover. Just remove anything that is dying off from the damage. In fact, here is an article that will help you in pruning the tree. Just be careful not to cut off Too much newer growth.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/cypress/cutting-back-cypress-trees.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    October 3, 2017
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    You can trim it up if you would like. It is best to do this in summer. Here is an article for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/leyland-cypress/pruning-leyland-cypress.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    October 27, 2017
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    The bigger the branch, the less likely it will be to take root. With trees such as this it can take months to grow roots. It is best to use a rooting hormone, and keep the branch in a moist ,but not sopping wet, environment. Here is an article to help you in rooting cuttings: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/how-to-root-cuttings-from-various-shrubs-bushes-and-trees.htm

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