The #7 Leyland Cypress is a fast-growing evergreen tree sold in a 7-gallon nursery container, typically standing 3-4 feet tall at purchase. This popular privacy tree grows 3-5 feet per year and features soft, feathery, lush foliage that stays green year-round.

Leyland Cypress trees are widely planted for privacy hedges, screens, and windbreaks due to their rapid growth rate and dense columnar silhouette. The trees naturally grow in a uniform, symmetrical shape that creates a solid living wall without extensive pruning. They adapt well to various soil types including sandy and clay soils, and are drought tolerant once established. The soft-textured foliage contains no thorns or prickly leaves, making it pleasant to the touch.

For optimal growth, plant in full sun to partial shade and water 2-3 times per week during the first month, saturating the soil 6-8 inches down. Space trees 8-10 feet apart for privacy hedges or 25 feet apart for property borders. At maturity, Leyland Cypress trees reach 40-60 feet in height with a 20-25 foot spread. They thrive in growing zones 6-10 and are hardy down to 0°F.