pond cypress
Taxodium distichum var. imbricarium 'Nutans'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun only if soil kept moist, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Acidic, Bog, Well-drained
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
gold,bronze,green,yellow,tan
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Pond cypress prefers to be kept evenly moist, so water the plant deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry. During the summer months, water about once a week. During the winter months, when the plant is dormant, allow the soil to dry out before watering. Avoid overwatering, which can stunt the plant's growth.
sunlight
Pond cypress (Taxodium distichum var. imbricarium 'Nutans') prefers full sun, meaning it needs 6 to 8 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day for optimal growth and health. If grown in partial shade, it will not reach its full size potential. For flourishing, pond cypress needs long hours of bright sun, particularly in summer. In winter, when the sunlight hours are shorter, the plant will still benefit from direct sunlight during the hours it is available.
pruning
Pond cypress should be pruned in late fall or early winter when it is dormant. Pruning should be minimal, no more than 10 percent of the canopy should be removed. Make sure to prune away any dead or diseased branches as well as any branches growing towards the center of the tree. This will help the plant maintain its airy and graceful shape. Additionally, only certain branches should obliquely cut since pond cypress have a tendency to become sparse. It’s important not to over-prune, as this can stunt the growth and health of the tree.
