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bald cypress

Taxodium distichum var. distichum

Overview

The bald cypress (Taxodium distichum var. distichum) is a deciduous coniferous tree native to the Southern United States. It gains its name from the fact that the leaves are shed in the fall, giving the tree a bald appearance. It is a fast-growing tree with light grey, fibrous bark and light-green feathery foliage turning orange-brown in the fall. It can reach a height of up to 35 meters and its trunk can become as large as 4 meters in diameter. It has the special ability to withstand wet soil conditions and is a popular choice for protection from wind and erosion along water bodies and for general landscaping.

Care Guide

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Watering

Frequent — every "7-10" days.

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Light

Full sun only if soil kept moist, Part sun/part shade.

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Soil

Acidic, Bog, Well-drained

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 4-9.

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Pruning

Best pruned in December, January, February, March, April, February, May.

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Propagation

Cutting, Grafting Propagation, Air Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation

Diseases & Pests

Common pests: Pest resistant, Disease resistant, Deer resistant.

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