Bald Cypress Tree is a large ornamental tree that excels with full sun and moist soils. Taxodium
distichum is a pyramidal conifer that looks like a needled evergreen but is actually deciduous. With
diligent pruning, it can make an attractive hedge in a variety of growing environments. The tree is native to the
swamps, bayous and rivers of the south, though it is found in coastal areas from Texas up to Maryland and throughout
the lower Mississippi River valley. It has feathery, light green foliage which turns an attractive copper in the
autumn. The oldest Taxodium distichum bald cypress , found in North Carolina, is over 1,600 years old and is
considered one of the oldest living plants in North America. If you want more option then you must check out
Magnolia stellata, Arrowwood viburnum & Cornus mas. Explore more about hedging plants. You can also see other hedge
types in evergreen and deciduous options.
QUICK GUIDE
TAXODIUM DISTICHUM DETAILS
USDA Hardiness Zones:
5 - 10
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Deer Resistance:
YES
Watering Requirements:
Weekly, or possibly more often in containers or extreme heat
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Mature Size:
Up to 12’ height and 12’ width
Drought Tolerance:
Yes
West Coast - Sunset Heat Zones:
2 - 10 and 12 - 24
Pest/Disease Issues:
No serious insect or disease problems. Chlorosis can occur in alkaline soils. Bagworms,
gall mites, spider mites, and twig blight are all possible pests.
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