Ideal for naturalizing in moist to wet areas of the landscape. Best in eastern and central Kansas.
Taxodium distichum var. imbricarium
Pond Cypress (seedling source of Frio River)
Tips for Homeowners:
Remove damaged or dead branches.
Rate this Plant:
This large tree is a tough, hardy and ideal for growing in the moist areas where pH might be elevated.
- Excellent tree with superior soil pH adaptability
- Deciduous conifer
- Excellent plant for wet areas
Height: 30-70 ft
Spread: 15-20 ft
Zone: 5-9
Color: Non-Flowering
Interesting Notes about Pond Cypress (seedling source of Frio River):
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
- Disease Resistant
- Water's Edge / Bog Plant
- Specimen
- Great Foliage
- Fall Color
- Attractive fruit
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Bronze
- Orange
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Wet Soil/Wetlands
- Moist, Well-Drained