Overview
Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Taxodium, part of the Cupressaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include architectural and low maintenance.
About
Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' is a cultivar of the Taxodium genus, which comprises tall, deciduous coniferous trees with a narrow, conical shape and red-brown bark. This particular cultivar has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage, making it suitable for architectural planting. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with moist but well-drained or poorly-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H7, 'Cave Hill' is a low-maintenance tree that provides seasonal interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Taxodium
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Trees, Bogs
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill'?
Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' need?
Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
Is Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' hardy in the UK?
Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill'?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Grafting.
More in the Taxodium genus
- Taxodium distichum 'Gee Wiz'swamp cypress 'Gee Wiz'
- Taxodium distichum 'Hursley Park'
- Taxodium distichum 'Little Twister'swamp cypress 'Little Twister'
- Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum'
- Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic'
- Taxodium distichum var. distichum
