Swamp Cypress - Taxodium distichum Free Express Shipping

Common Name: Swamp Cypress

Scientific Name: Taxodium distichum

Sizes vary between 500-750mm 

Grown in 90x90x150mm Pots 

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Description:
Size: Swamp Cypress is a large deciduous coniferous tree, typically growing to heights of 25 to 40 meters tall.
Leaves: The leaves are deciduous, needle-like, and arranged spirally on the branches. They turn vibrant shades of orange and red in autumn before falling off.
Bark: The bark is reddish-brown and fibrous, becoming deeply furrowed with age.
Flowers: Swamp Cypress produces small, inconspicuous flowers in spring.
Fruits: The fruits are round, woody cones, about 2 to 3 centimeters in diameter, containing small winged seeds.

Preferred Soil pH:
Swamp Cypress prefers acidic to slightly alkaline soils, with a pH range of 4.5 to 7.5.

Growth Habit:

Swamp Cypress has a pyramidal to conical growth habit when young, becoming more broadly conical with age.
It typically has a straight trunk and a broad, spreading crown.

Growth Rate:

Swamp Cypress is a moderately fast-growing tree, especially in its early years.
It can grow up to 1 meter per year under optimal conditions.

Due to box limitations and to ensure safe shipment, all trees available for purchase at North Coast Jacarandas may be subject to pruning before delivery. This process encourages the formation of new buds, facilitating the successful establishment of your tree upon arrival.