Castlewellan Gold is a striking evergreen conifer with vibrant golden foliage, ideal for hedging, screening and boundaries.

At a glance

Pot: 100 litre bag

Height now: approx. 2m tall × 2m wide

Mature size: 10–15m tall × 4–5m wide; can be clipped smaller

Sun: full sun to part shade

Foliage: evergreen

Hardiness: drought and frost tolerant once established

Why choose a Cupressocyparis leylandii ‘Castlewellan Gold’ Leyland Cypress?

Castlewellan Gold is a fast-growing, dense conifer with vibrant golden-green foliage that holds its colour through the year. Its upright form creates a tall screen or hedge and responds well to clipping.

How can I use it in my garden?

• Plant in rows for a tall golden privacy hedge.

• Use as a boundary screen or windbreak.

• Feature as a golden accent tree in a larger garden.

Where does it grow best?

Grow in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. It is hardy and adaptable, and drought and frost tolerant once established.

What does it look like through the year?

Vibrant golden-green evergreen foliage holds its colour through the seasons. Its dense growth provides year-round privacy and shelter.