Ideal for naturalizing in moist to wet areas of the landscape. Best in eastern and central Kansas.
Taxodium distichum var. imbricarium 'Nutans'
Pond Cypress
Tips for Homeowners:
Tolerates a variety of soil conditions.
Rate this Plant:
This large tree is a tough, hardy and ideal for growing in the moist areas of the landscape.
- Short, horizontal branches
- Narrow, conical habit
- Orange to brown fall foliage
Height: 30-70 ft
Spread: 15-20 ft
Zone: 5-9
Color: Non-Flowering
Interesting Notes about Pond Cypress:
Similar to Bald Cypress (T. distichum) but branchlets are upright and somewhat smaller. Pond Cypress is a cone-bearing deciduous tree that grows naturally in swamps, but grows quite well in drier soils. It is unique for its knobby 'knees' that grow above the water line which is a means to get oxygen to the roots or because it is a poorly drained area. Foliage is needle-like that turns a cinnamon color in the fall and has exfoliating bark.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Attractive fruit
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
- Great Foliage
- Disease Resistant
- Water's Edge / Bog Plant
- Fall Color
Foliage Color:
- Orange
- Green
- Bronze
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Wet Soil/Wetlands