What Is Best Mulch To Use For Leyland Cypress?

Question

Our Leyland cypress are about 5 years old now and we had a drought here in south alabama last year, and we did not water thinking that they a good root system and would makeit. Wrong! we lost about 4 trees! So we thought that we would mulch this year and see if that would help.We have cedar shavings available but are skiddish about using. Is pine straw a better choice?

Answer 1

Most mulches will be suitable for this application. If in doubt, you can use Cypress mulch, to know for sure that it is compatible.

Here is an article that will help you with the care of these trees:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/leyland-cypress/growing-leyland-cypress-trees.htm

This article will explain different types of mulches: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/best-mulch-for-garden.htm