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Bald Cypress

Taxodium Distichum

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Overview

The Bald Cypress, Taxodium distichum, is a stately deciduous conifer thriving in wet conditions, reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a spread of 20-30 feet. It is known for its pyramidal shape, feathery green needles turning russet in fall, and unique knobby root outgrowths called "knees." Low maintenance and adaptable, it enjoys full sun and provides excellent habitat value, creating an imposing yet graceful feature in spacious landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–9Type Conifer, TreeClimate Subtropical, Temperate
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feathery green needles turning russet in fall; it enjoys full sun and provides excellent habitat value
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — is a captivating deciduous conifer; this resilience includes its adaptability to flooding and waterlogged, image 46Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — With an average growth rate of 12 to 24 inches per year; reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a spread of 20-30, image 74Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — conifer / tree for fullBald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — With an average growth rate of 12 to 24 inches per year; reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a spread of 20-30, image 55Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — the Bald Cypress makes a long-lasting; renowned for its distinct growth habits and enviable adaptability, image 75Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feathery green needles turning russet in fall; it enjoys full sun and provides excellent habitat value, image 42+111

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Taxodiaceae
Climate
Subtropical, Temperate

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Photos (118)

Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feathery green needles turning russet in fall; it enjoys full sun and provides excellent habitat value
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — is a captivating deciduous conifer; this resilience includes its adaptability to flooding and waterlogged, image 46
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — With an average growth rate of 12 to 24 inches per year; reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a spread of 20-30, image 74
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — conifer / tree for full
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — With an average growth rate of 12 to 24 inches per year; reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a spread of 20-30, image 55
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — the Bald Cypress makes a long-lasting; renowned for its distinct growth habits and enviable adaptability, image 75
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feathery green needles turning russet in fall; it enjoys full sun and provides excellent habitat value, image 42
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — is a stately deciduous conifer thriving in wet conditions
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — conifer / tree for full; this tree requires ample space to accommodate its sizable root system and full canopy
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feather-like foliage presents a vibrant green hue during the growing season; and unique knobby root outgrowths, image 50
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — it enjoys full sun and provides excellent habitat value; is a stately deciduous conifer thriving in wet, image 44
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — conifer / tree for full; this tree requires ample space to accommodate its sizable root system and full canopy, image 57
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — creating an imposing yet graceful feature in spacious landscapes; is a captivating deciduous conifer, image 64
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feather-like foliage presents a vibrant green hue during the growing season; and unique knobby root outgrowths, image 88
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — is a stately deciduous conifer thriving in wet conditions; feathery green needles turning russet in fall, image 77
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a spread of 20-30 feet; the Bald Cypress stands tall with a straight trunk, image 40
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — feather-like foliage presents a vibrant green hue during the growing season; and unique knobby root outgrowths, image 69
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — making it an exceptional choice for clients seeking a versatile tree; conifer / tree for full, image 90
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — this tree requires ample space to accommodate its sizable root system and full canopy; making it an exceptional choice for
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — renowned for its distinct growth habits and enviable adaptability; it is known for its pyramidal shape, image 47
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — conifer / tree for full; this tree requires ample space to accommodate its sizable root system and full canopy, image 76
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — is a stately deciduous conifer thriving in wet conditions; feathery green needles turning russet in fall, image 58
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — from dry and sandy to wet and swampy; feather-like foliage presents a vibrant green hue during the growing season
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — It is known for its pyramidal shape; the Bald Cypress makes a long-lasting, image 41
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