Cupressus x Hesperotropsis leylandii 'Reco'
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Previously known as:
- x Hesperotropsis leylandii 'Reco'
- Description
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Leyland Cypress 'Reco' or 'Shorty' is a compact growing dwarf cultivar of a needled evergreen tree. It has olive green to blue needles and looks great planted in a container or as an accent or specimen plant. It is a great choice for small spaces, patios or low hedges.
Insects, Diseases and Other Plant Problems: Deer can be a problem in the winter months. Bagworm can be a serious issue. It is also susceptible to canker and root rot.
Some may find that the foliage can cause some skin irritation. Gloves should be worn when handling.
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Attributes:
- Genus:
- Hesperotropsis
- Species:
- leylandii
- Family:
- Cupressaceae
- Life Cycle:
- Woody
- Recommended Propagation Strategy:
- Stem Cutting
- Country Or Region Of Origin:
- England
- Wildlife Value:
- Winter cover for birds.
- Play Value:
- Buffer
- Fragrance
- Screening
- Textural
- Wildlife Cover/Habitat
- Wind Break
- Dimensions:
- Height: 5 ft. 0 in. - 10 ft. 0 in.
- Width: 2 ft. 0 in. - 4 ft. 0 in.
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Whole Plant Traits:
- Plant Type:
- Tree
- Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
- Needled Evergreen
- Habit/Form:
- Dense
- Erect
- Pyramidal
- Growth Rate:
- Medium
- Maintenance:
- Low
- Texture:
- Fine
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Cultural Conditions:
- Light:
- Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
- Soil Texture:
- Clay
- Loam (Silt)
- Sand
- Soil pH:
- Acid (<6.0)
- Alkaline (>8.0)
- Neutral (6.0-8.0)
- Soil Drainage:
- Good Drainage
- Moist
- Occasionally Dry
- Available Space To Plant:
- 3 feet-6 feet
- NC Region:
- Coastal
- Mountains
- Piedmont
- USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
- 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
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Fruit:
- Fruit Color:
- Brown/Copper
- Fruit Length:
- < 1 inch
- Fruit Width:
- < 1 inch
- Fruit Description:
- Its fruit is in the form of a cone.
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Flowers:
- Flower Description:
- No flowers.
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Leaves:
- Woody Plant Leaf Characteristics:
- Needled Evergreen
- Leaf Color:
- Blue
- Green
- Leaf Feel:
- Soft
- Leaf Value To Gardener:
- Fragrant
- Showy
- Leaf Type:
- Needles
- Leaf Arrangement:
- Opposite
- Leaf Margin:
- Entire
- Hairs Present:
- No
- Leaf Length:
- 1-3 inches
- Leaf Width:
- < 1 inch
- Leaf Description:
- The foliage is blue to olive green needles.
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Bark:
- Bark Color:
- Dark Brown
- Light Brown
- Red/Burgundy
- Surface/Attachment:
- Scaly
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Stem:
- Stem Color:
- Brown/Copper
- Stem Is Aromatic:
- No
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Landscape:
- Landscape Location:
- Container
- Lawn
- Patio
- Recreational Play Area
- Small Space
- Walkways
- Landscape Theme:
- Drought Tolerant Garden
- Winter Garden
- Design Feature:
- Accent
- Barrier
- Border
- Foundation Planting
- Hedge
- Screen/Privacy
- Specimen
- Resistance To Challenges:
- Drought
- Poor Soil
- Salt
- Problems:
- Frequent Disease Problems
- Frequent Insect Problems
