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Pruning Leyland Cypress: Avoiding Brown Gaps

Leyland cypress does not regenerate green growth from old, brown wood. Pruning back three feet into the brown zone will leave permanent bare patches. Only cut back to a point where green shoots remain. The best time for size reduction is mid-March, just before new growth starts, ensuring cuts are made just above viable green foliage.

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