Bald Cypress
A fast-growing, long-lived deciduous conifer native to the southeastern U.S. The bald cypress is well-known for its ability to thrive in both wet and dry conditions, making it a popular choice for landscapes, streetscapes, and wetland restoration. When young, it has a symmetrical, pyramidal shape that broadens with age. Its soft, feathery green needles turn a brilliant coppery yellow in the fall before shedding, giving it its “bald” name. Even in winter, the tree remains visually striking with its reddish-gray, peeling bark.
Sizes Available
Wholesale Only
1 Gallon
$4.00
3 Gallon
$8.00
7 Gallon
$22.00
15 Gallon
$50.00
In wet conditions, Bald Cypress may develop “knees”—woody projections from its roots that rise above the ground or water.
Scientific Name: Taxodium distichum
Common Name: Bald Cypress
Hardiness Zones: Typically USDA 5A-10B but known to grow as far as 3b-11
Height: 60-80 ft tall
Spread: 25-35 ft wide
Growth Rate: fast (40-50 ft in 15-25 years)
Foliage: Soft, feathery needles
Spring: Bright green
Fall: Yellow to copper before shedding
Bark: Reddish-gray, peeling texture
Sun: Prefers full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight)
Soil: Adaptable to wet, well-drained, and compacted soils. .Tolerates both drought and seasonal flooding
Wildlife Value: Seeds provide food for birds and squirrels
Why Choose Bald Cypress?
Urban Tolerance
Used as a street tree in cities like Charlotte, Dallas, and Tampa.
Drought & Flood Resistant
Thrives in both standing water and dry soils.
Low Maintenance
Minimal pruning needed; highly resistant to pests and diseases.
Versatile Use
Ideal for shade, hedges, screening, and wetland restoration.
Environmental Benefits of Planting Bald Cypress
This data is based on US Averages of healthy and mature trees over a 20-year period.
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A single bald cypress can offset the CO₂ emissions produced by driving an average gas-powered car for 11,311 miles.
A single bald cypress can absorb enough stormwater to fill 1,585 bathtubs, reducing erosion, runoff, and supporting transpiration.
A single bald cypress removes as much air pollution as the weight of 153 smartphones.
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