Bald Cypress Taxodium distichum

The Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) is a majestic and resilient deciduous conifer, known for its unique beauty and adaptability. Native to the southeastern United States, this tree thrives in a variety of environments, from swamps and floodplains to well-drained upland soils, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of landscapes. Description The Bald Cypress is a large tree that can reach heights of 50 to 70 feet or more, with a spread of 20 to 30 feet. It has a distinctive pyramidal shape when young, which gradually becomes more columnar with age. One of the most striking features of the Bald Cypress is its feathery, bright green foliage, which turns a rich, russet-brown in the fall before shedding for the winter. Despite being a conifer, it is deciduous, losing its needles in the winter, which gives it the "bald" moniker. The tree's bark is another noteworthy feature. It is reddish-brown, fibrous, and deeply furrowed, adding to its visual appeal throughout the year. The Bald