Taxodium distichum (Bald Cypress) 2″
$299.99
Taxodium distichum (Bald Cypress) is a stately deciduous conifer with soft green summer foliage that turns copper-bronze in fall, ideal for wetlands, large landscapes, and specimen plantings.
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Description
Taxodium distichum (Bald Cypress) is a large deciduous conifer native to wetlands and riverbanks, prized for its stately pyramidal form, fine-textured foliage, and remarkable fall color. It performs well in both wet and well-drained soils, making it versatile for landscapes ranging from formal parks to naturalized settings.
In summer, soft, feathery green needles cover gracefully tapering branches. In fall, the foliage transforms to coppery-bronze to reddish-orange tones, providing striking seasonal color before leaf drop. Mature specimens develop buttressed trunks and, in wet sites, distinctive “knees” emerging from the soil. Taxodium distichum is excellent for specimen plantings, shade, and large landscape areas where a dramatic vertical element is desired.
Care Instructions:
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Deciduous conifer
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Prefers full sun
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Adapts to a range of soils, including wet or poorly drained conditions
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Moderate watering; tolerates occasional flooding
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Minimal pruning; remove dead or crossing branches as needed
Key Features:
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Feathery, soft green summer foliage
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Coppery-bronze to reddish-orange fall color
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Pyramidal form with mature buttressed trunk
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Tolerates wet soils and periodic flooding
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Excellent specimen or large landscape tree
