taxodium
( tacks - OH - dee - um )
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At-A-Glance InformationThis genus of deciduous and evergreen trees are commonly called Cypress. These trees need full sun and have varying water needs. They are hardy conifers and have shaggy, cinnamon-colored bark and flat, green needles. Cones are small and rounded.
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taxodium Species and Varietals
The genus Taxodium includes between one and three species, and is a member of the plant family Cupressaceae. Taxodium growing zones vary, depending on the species. For more information, see the descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
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Taxodium ascendens (Pond Cypress) This species of deciduous conifer is native to North America, where it prefers to grow in moist environments. These trees reach an average of 50-60 feet tall and spread 15-30 feet wide. Trunks are expanded at the base, even in younger specimens. |
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Taxodium distichum (Bald Cypress)
Best in zones 2-10 and 12-24, and native to the southeastern United States, this deciduous species reaches 100 feet tall and about half as wide. In gardens, they are more commonly seen topping out around 50-70 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide. Foliage is feathery and delicate. Overall color is a yellow-green, and turns orange-brown before dropping. Can take lots of moisture.
Best in zones 2-10 and 12-24, and native to the southeastern United States, this deciduous species reaches 100 feet tall and about half as wide. In gardens, they are more commonly seen topping out around 50-70 feet tall and 20-30 feet wide. Foliage is feathery and delicate. Overall color is a yellow-green, and turns orange-brown before dropping. Can take lots of moisture.
'Cascade Falls'
This variety has a weeping habit, and reaches 20 feet tall and wide. |
'Green Whisper'
Bright green, soft foliage. |
'Shawnee Brave'
Narrow tree with a pyramid-shape, just 15-25 feet wide. |
'Peve Minaret'
Compact, dwarf variety to 5 feet tall. Spire-form with tiered branches. |
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Taxodium mucronatum (Montezuma Cypress) This species is evergreen in mild climates and deciduous in cooler regions, and does best in zones 5-9 and 12-24. It is native to Mexico and quickly grows to 40 feet in about 14 years, and then climbs more slowly to a height of 75 feet tall and reaches 50 feet wide. Graceful, weeping habit with finer, lighter foliage. In cooler fall temperatures, foliage will turn gold. Great as a lawn tree. |
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Caring for and pruning Taxodium Trees
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Gallery
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A field of thea sinensis
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Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'
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Videos
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A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 624, Taxodium
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