Leylandii Hedging Questions

Arthur1

Thuya plicata is much nicer than leylandii. does look similar but is shinier and smells better.

billyp7WmtKKM

brookerjack said:

Hello everyone.

I'm new to gardening and am after some advice please.

I'm planting a hedge row in the garden of my first home (using Leylandii) and am wondering a couple of things;

1. What's the benefits of a 5ltr pot plant over a 2ltr pot plant?

2. How far in from the pavement will I need to plant?

3. How much 'footprint' will each plant take up when grown to about 200cm? I.e. what gap do I need in between each plant?

I've researched for hours online but have found differing answers and am somewhat confused by it all.

Many thanks in advance, any assistance would be gratefully received!

Jack.

Hi @Brookerjack, I have the same predicament now.  Leylandii or Thuja.  What did you choose in the end? Were you happy with the result?

amancalledgeorge

Hasn't been active in the forum since 2018...you may wait for a while for a response. 

brookerjack

Hi Billy,

I went for Thuja Plicata in the end (Western Red Cedar) and I am absolutely delighted with the results.

I ordered 27, all of which are growing extremely well and are thriving. 

I got these from a UK online shop - Greenhouse Sensation. Extremely good service and very helpful on the phone.

I’m very happy with my choice over Leyllandi.

Thanks, Jack.

Posy

That sounds like a really good choice.  Well done.

Fairygirl

Thuja p.  is always a better choice than leylandii. 

irfanmahmud622VSPCnlkC

@brookerjack
Hi,
Sorry for reviving an old post but can I ask how far apart did you plant them and how far away from the edge? Also which size/age did you plant?

Many thanks

brookerjack

Hi there. I planted my Thuja P about 80cm apart and about 25cm from the edge. I planted young plants (about 1 year old) and they’ve grown brilliantly. I’ll attach a photo of them now - they’re due another trim!

rowlandscastle444

Looks great.

brookerjack

Thank you 😊