Leyland Cypress Reco x Hesperotropsis leylandii 'Reco'
Other Common Name(s):
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. The Clemson Cooperative Extension Home & Garden Information Center has a factsheet on common pests and diseases.
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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
