The Best Alternative of Leyland Cypress

Leyland Cypress is an extremely popular hedge choice for instant privacy and screening. The hedge is widely used all over the USA. But the people who plant Leyland Cypress knows the problem associated with. Here are some best alternatives of Leyland Cypress-



1. Green Giant Arborvitae- Thuja x. Green Giant commonly known as Green Giant arborvitae is an extremely fast growing hedge and a great alternative to leyland cypress. The hedge is evergreen and deer resistant. Green Giant arborvitae can grow upto 3 feet per year.

2. Western Red Cedar- Virescens Western Red Cedar is an another great alternative of leyland cypress. The hedge is evergreen in nature. It can be prunes tightly to give a formal look or make it look handsome. Virescens is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and does especially well on the West Coast, where it is native.

3. American Arborvitae- Scientifically known as Thuja Occidentalis, American Arborvitae is a cold hardy leyland cypress alternative that makes an ideal tree for hedging. The hedge is deer resistant evergreen hedge that can grow upto 1-2' per year.

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