Swamp Cypress - Grade 1.m+ (Purchase Height)
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NZ$25.00
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Taxodium Distichum
Grade 80cm+ to 1m+ (This is the height of the plant you will receive)
Supplied as bare-rooted, all plants are dipped into an organic hydrating medium to keep their roots healthy and moist. We take extra care in packaging, using durable and well-supported materials to ensure your plants arrive safely.
Upon arrival, you can store your plants in their unopened packaging in a cool, dark place for up to 5–10 days.
Swamp Cypress (Taxodium distichum) – The Majestic Water-Loving Conifer
Mature height 20m
The Swamp Cypress, or Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum), is a deciduous conifer known for its graceful, feathery foliage, striking autumn colour, and ability to thrive in wet conditions. Native to the southeastern United States, this resilient and long-lived tree is often seen in swamps, riverbanks, and flood-prone areas, where it develops its famous "knees"—woody root projections that rise above the ground..
Thrives in Wet or Dry Conditions: Despite its name, the Swamp Cypress can grow in both wet and well-draining soils, making it a versatile choice for different landscapes. It is often planted in pond edges, wet meadows, or even drier urban settings.
Supports Wildlife: The tree’s cones provide food for birds and mammals, while its branches offer shelter for various wildlife.
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Adaptable but thrives in wet, acidic, or clay soils; also does well in drier conditions.
Loves moist or waterlogged conditions but can withstand dry spells once established.
Minimal pruning required—remove dead or low branches as needed.
The Swamp Cypress is a timeless, resilient beauty, adding grace, structure, and seasonal charm to any landscape. Whether you have a damp area in need of a tree or simply love its unique character, this tree is a fantastic choice!
Mature height 20m
The Swamp Cypress, or Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum), is a deciduous conifer known for its graceful, feathery foliage, striking autumn colour, and ability to thrive in wet conditions. Native to the southeastern United States, this resilient and long-lived tree is often seen in swamps, riverbanks, and flood-prone areas, where it develops its famous "knees"—woody root projections that rise above the ground..
Thrives in Wet or Dry Conditions: Despite its name, the Swamp Cypress can grow in both wet and well-draining soils, making it a versatile choice for different landscapes. It is often planted in pond edges, wet meadows, or even drier urban settings.
Supports Wildlife: The tree’s cones provide food for birds and mammals, while its branches offer shelter for various wildlife.
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Adaptable but thrives in wet, acidic, or clay soils; also does well in drier conditions.
Loves moist or waterlogged conditions but can withstand dry spells once established.
Minimal pruning required—remove dead or low branches as needed.
The Swamp Cypress is a timeless, resilient beauty, adding grace, structure, and seasonal charm to any landscape. Whether you have a damp area in need of a tree or simply love its unique character, this tree is a fantastic choice!