Common Name: Bald Cypress
A compact, weeping deciduous conifer that normally grows 8-20 ft high and spread 5-8 ft wide in 10 years. It features dark green needle-like foliage turning an outstanding rusty-brown in fall before dropping. Attractive to butterflies. Neither flowers nor fruit are significant. Fruits are edible by birds. This fast growing woody plant thrives best in partial shade or partial sun to full sun in any moist, rich, humusy soil that drains well. Suitable for landscape specimen, accent, foundations, or small garden areas.
Plant Type: | |
Width: | 5' - 10' |
Height: | 8' - 20' |
Fragrant: | No |
Growth Rate | Slow |
Zone: | 5 - 9 |
Deer Resistant: | No |
Salt Tolerant: | No |
Drought Tolerant: | No |
Exposure: | Full Sun |
Bark Type: | Fine |
Landscape/Use: | Foundation |
Shape: | Weeping |
Soil Type | Clay, Loamy, Sandy |
Leaf Color: | Green |
Fall Color: | Orange, Bronze |