Cupressocyparis Leylandii Castlewellan Gold Bonsa (Plantsize 150-175cm )

Overview & Features

• Cupressocyparis leylandii ‘Castlewellan Gold’ is a fast-growing evergreen conifer known for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage.

• Supplied here in a bonsai-style form at approximately 150–175 cm in height.

• Features soft, feathery sprays of bright gold growth that retain colour year-round.

• New growth appears especially vivid in spring and summer.

• Naturally dense and upright with a strong central leader.

• Excellent for creating instant structure and colour in the garden.

• Suitable for feature planting, screening, or structured garden designs.

• Provides year-round privacy and wind protection.

This variety is valued for its bold golden colour and reliable evergreen coverage.

Planting & Positioning

• Plant in full sun for the brightest foliage colour.

• Tolerates partial shade, though colour may be slightly less intense.

• Prefers well-drained soil but adapts to most soil types, including clay.

• Avoid prolonged waterlogging.

• Ideal for boundaries, screening, or as a structural feature.

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the rootball and the same depth.

• Position at the same depth as in the container and firm gently.

• Water thoroughly after planting.

• Space appropriately if planting in a row, allowing room for mature spread.

Leylandii performs well in exposed and coastal locations once established.

Watering, Feeding & Growth

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots.

• Keep soil evenly moist during dry spells.

• Once established, plants are relatively drought tolerant.

• Feed in early spring with a balanced fertiliser to encourage strong growth.

• Apply compost or mulch annually to retain moisture and improve soil structure.

• Growth rate is fast, particularly in fertile soil and full sun.

Consistent watering during establishment ensures strong root development.

Pruning, Maintenance & General Care

• Trim lightly once or twice a year to maintain the desired shape and size.

• Avoid cutting back into old brown wood, as regrowth may be limited.

• Maintain the bonsai-style structure through careful shaping.

• Remove any dead or damaged growth as needed.

• Mulch annually to suppress weeds and conserve moisture.

• Generally hardy and low maintenance once established.

With full sun, adequate spacing, and regular trimming, Cupressocyparis leylandii ‘Castlewellan Gold’ will provide vibrant evergreen structure and reliable garden performance year after year.

• Size
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