Taxodium distichum |
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Bald or Swamp Cypress |
A beautiful, fast-growing conifer, this Taxodium has a pyramidal form and produces lacy, almost fern-like foliage. The foliage appears light green, and has a needle-like texture, turning to a golden/rusty brown color in fall. Foliage constrasts sharply with the reddish-brown bark which is finely divided into vertical strips. This tree reaches 50'-100' tall and has high water needs.It grows well in standing water.
Plant Type
Tree, Conifer
Height Range
60-100'
Flower Color
Green
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
Brown, Green
Fruit Season
Spring
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
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