Problems growing leland cypress
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Leland Cypress Problem
Comments (1)Pruning wouldn't make it lean. Bound roots from being left in a pot too long at some point in the production and display process would. Fast-growing items like this are often difficult to find with good roots. Your tree is probably just waiting for a gale or heavy snow to topple it at this point. If it is leaning noticeably it is time for removal, this is a large-growing item that if not falling over would continue to overwhelm the planting position anyway....See MoreLeland cypress death.
Comments (14)newgen, I'm not an expert but from what I've seen and read, the Leylands appear to be a high maintenance species in many parts of this country. Even if you had success this year, the same or other problems will likely show up next year, and the year after, and so on. That said you already have the trees planted and its not a good time right now to plant other trees, why not experiment a little and see if you can perhaps save them for a while....See Morepruning one side of leland cypress
Comments (2)you can do whatever you wish. to your plants... but if you want a real answer.. we would need to see some pix ken...See Morefertilizing Leland Cypress
Comments (4)Is there a reason you think you need to fertilize? Are the trees struggling, look off-color? Have you had your soil tested to see if you have any nutrient deficiencies? If you have relatively decent soil, there is typically little need to have any sort of routine fertilization program for trees and shrubs. Most soils contain a full range of nutrients in sufficient quantities. Your best move is to mulch or topdress regularly with a layer of organic matter - compost, wood chips, bark, etc. These will decompose gradually and release nutrients to supplement those that can dwindle over time. Fertilizing simply to speed growth is not recommended. It generally results in weak wood and/or lush growth that is more attractive to insect predators or prone to diseases. Leylands (note spelling) grow fast enough once fully established - about 3-5 growing seasons - that this should not be a concern....See Morecascadians
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