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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

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Taxodiaceae
Climate
Subtropical, Temperate

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Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — It is known for its pyramidal shape; the Bald Cypress makes a long-lasting, image 79
Bald Cypress (Taxodium Distichum) — It is known for its pyramidal shape; the Bald Cypress makes a long-lasting, image 98
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