Taxodium distichum |
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Bald or Swamp Cypress |
Description
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.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
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
Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Seascape, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Wind Break, Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.