Taxodium distichum
Swamp Cypress
This is a deciduous conifer with soft, fine-textured, needle-like bright green foliage changing to orange in late autumn before falling.
Uses
Its fine feathery foliage makes this a beautiful specimen tree. As a young tree it is partly conical in shape, becoming more spread out when mature. The bright green foliage in spring and summer provide interesting contrast in the landscape.
Preferred Position & Soil
Is tolerant of most soil types although it prefers moist over dry.
| Form | Standard Tree Shape |
| Common Name | Swamp Cypress |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Mature Size | Height: 20m Width: 6m |
Categories
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Deciduous Having leaves that fall off or are shed seasonally to avoid adverse weather conditions such as cold or drought. |
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Shade Tree This is a selection that will provide commending shade when fully mature. |
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Specimen These are great selections for use as a feature tree due to size, shape, seasonal colour or knock-out attractiveness. |
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Tree-Feature Foliage Trees whose main selling feature is attractive foliage all year round. |





