How to Prune and Trim a Leyland Cypress is one of the ways to trim the tree.

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A cypress can be a great addition to your yard.It doesn't take much to keep it looking great.It's a good idea to trim the plant in the spring and summer.Keep your cypress healthy by removing dead or damaged branches.You can grow a tree or hedge with regular maintenance.

Leyland cypresses only need to be trimmed during the growing season.For the tree's first spring, cut away most of the side shoots.Give it a light trim in the summer to keep it under control.If you want the tree to reach your desired height, you should trim the sides once a year after the first year.If you want to stop it from growing taller, cut the main branches 6 inches shorter.You don't need to trim the main branches again after that.Remove damaged or splintered branches to keep it healthy.Read on for more tips from our Gardening co-author.Did the summary help you?