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Bald Cypress Tree - Northern Ridge Nursery
Bald Cypress Tree - Northern Ridge Nursery

Bald Cypress Tree (2-3 Foot)

$ 19.99

Description:

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🧬Scientific Name: Taxodium distichum

🗺️USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9

Bald Cypress is a deciduous coniferous tree that can reach a height of 50-70 feet (15.2-21.3 m) and a spread of 20-30 feet (6.1-9.1 m). The foliage of Bald Cypress is deciduous and feathery, turning a rusty orange-brown in the fall.

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2-3 Foot

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Description

 

Bald Cypress - The Slow-Growing Long-Living Trees

Why Bald Cypress?

The bald cypress, the state tree of Louisiana, is the perfect addition to your backyard. In the fall, the tree leaves change from forest green to tan, cinnamon, and fiery orange, adding to its beauty and mythical look. These slow-growing trees reach up to 600 years in age and play an important role in preserving wildlife.

Taxodium distichum tends to grow in the rivers and wetlands. Widely distributed along the Atlantic Coastal Plain, these trees are generally restricted to the wetlands where moisture is abundant. Although, they are also found in dry areas and are planted as ornamental trees because of their Spanish moss-like leaves and knee-like roots.

Despite its thin bark, the bald cypress is excellent at absorbing floodwater and preventing erosion. It also traps pollutants and stops them from spreading, thus aiding the wildlife and the environment.

The rot-resistant heartwood is valued for multiple treasures. The bald cypress is widely used to make boats, cabinets, fence posts, and flooring.

Plant Summary

Key Information for Bald Cypress Tree (2-3 Foot) (Taxodium distichum):

  • 📏Size: Bald Cypress is a deciduous coniferous tree that can reach a height of 50-70 feet (15.2-21.3 m) and a spread of 20-30 feet (6.1-9.1 m).
  • 🍂Foliage: The foliage of Bald Cypress is deciduous and feathery, turning a rusty orange-brown in the fall.
  • 🌼Flowers & Fruit: In spring, Bald Cypress produces small, inconspicuous flowers in rounded cones. The flowers are followed by small, round, woody cones that contain seeds.
  • ↕️Growth Habit: Bald Cypress has a pyramidal to conical crown with horizontal branching.
  • ☀️Sunlight: Bald Cypress thrives in full sun and is tolerant of wet, swampy conditions.
  • 🪨Soil: Bald Cypress prefers moist to wet, acidic soil and can tolerate waterlogged conditions.
  • 🗺️Hardiness: Bald Cypress is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9.
  • 🧪pH Level: Bald Cypress prefers a soil pH between 4.5 and 6.5.
  • 🌳Pruning: Pruning of Bald Cypress should be done in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches and prune to maintain a central leader.
  • 🐛Pests & Disease: Bald Cypress is generally resistant to pests and diseases. Regular care can help maintain a healthy tree.
Pollination Information

Pollination of Bald Cypress Tree (2-3 Foot) (Taxodium distichum):

Bald Cypress flowers are monoecious, meaning male and female flowers are borne on the same tree. The flowers are wind-pollinated and produce small, inconspicuous cones. The woody cones that follow contain numerous small, winged seeds that are dispersed by wind. Bald Cypress is a remarkable tree known for its unique adaptation to wetland environments. It is a popular choice for planting in wetland restoration projects, rain gardens, and aquatic landscapes. Bald Cypress is valued for its attractive, needle-like foliage and stunning autumn color display. The tree's distinctive "knees" or pneumatophores that rise above the water's surface are an intriguing feature that provides oxygen to the tree's roots in waterlogged soils. Bald Cypress wood is highly prized for its durability and resistance to decay, making it valuable for outdoor construction and building materials. Conservation efforts aim to preserve and restore wetland habitats, which are critical for biodiversity, flood control, and water purification. Sustainable forestry practices focus on responsible harvesting and utilization of Bald Cypress wood while promoting the conservation of this unique wetland tree. Bald Cypress is an excellent choice for eco-friendly landscaping projects that prioritize the use of native plants and support wetland restoration efforts.

Fertilization

Fertilization

It is generally recommended to wait to fertilize a bare root plant until it has been established in the ground and is actively growing. This can vary depending on the type of plant and the growing conditions, but it is generally best to wait at least a few weeks to a few months after planting.

During the first year, you should focus on providing the plant with the right amount of water, sunlight and soil to help it become established. Once the plant has become established and is actively growing, you can begin to fertilize it.

You can use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or one that is specifically formulated for the type of plant you have. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer package and apply it at the recommended rate.

It is also important to note that over-fertilizing can be harmful to plants, so it's always best to error on the side of caution and start with a lower amount of fertilizer and increase as needed.

Why Buy From Us

Why Buy From Us?

Welcome to our online bare root plant nursery! We specialize in providing high-quality, affordable bare root trees, nursery plants, and garden plants for sale. We understand the importance of having a beautiful garden, which is why we only offer the highest-quality plants at an affordable price.

Our selection of bare root trees, shrubs, and plants includes a wide variety of fruit trees, berry bushes, perennial flowers, deciduous trees, evergreen trees, and more. We carry tree varieties and tree types that are perfect for every type of garden, whether you're looking for fast growing trees, drought-tolerant trees, cold-hardy trees, native trees, or exotic trees.

Our bare root trees are superior to potted trees because they are easy to plant and establish quickly, plus they are more cost-efficient. They are carefully selected and grown to ensure they are healthy, and ready to thrive in your garden.

We also have a large selection of seedlings, including tree seedlings, which are perfect for those who want to grow their own trees from scratch. Our affordable trees are quality trees that are sure to provide you with many years of enjoyment in your garden.

At our wholesale nursery, we also offer bulk pricing for those who want to purchase a large number of trees for their own landscaping business, park, or other commercial project. Contact us directly for wholesale requests.

Our online nursery makes it easy for you to shop for the perfect plants from the comfort of your own home. And with our fast and reliable shipping, you can have your bare root trees, shrubs, and plants delivered right to your door.

We take great care in packaging and shipping our plants to ensure they arrive to you in good condition. And with our easy-to-plant trees, tree saplings, and step-by-step instructions for tree planting, you'll be able to get your new additions in the ground in no time.

Thank you for choosing our online bare root plant nursery. We are confident that you will be completely satisfied with the quality and selection of our plants. If you have any questions or need help selecting the perfect plants for your garden, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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