Bald Cypress

Common name

Bald Cypress

Botanical name

Taxodium distichum

Variety

na

Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).

Light

Sun

Height

50-70' (16-22 m)

Habit

Pyramidal

Feed

In spring

Water

Daily

Bloom Time

No Bloom

Maintenance

Provide enough water in fall, before freeze

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About

Naturally found on lake and river edges, swamps, or flooded sites, this large coniferous tree is unique in that it loses its needles. Will grow in normal garden soil, and even tolerate drought once established.

Companion Plants

Norway Spruce

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