Overview
Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Taxodium, part of the Cupressaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum' 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 'Pendulum' is a cultivar of Taxodium, a genus of tall, deciduous coniferous trees known for their narrow, conical shape and red-brown bark. This cultivar has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage, thriving in full sun or partial shade. It is hardy in the UK (H7) and adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained or poorly-drained soils. Suitable for architectural planting and low maintenance, it benefits from staking when young and can be propagated by seed, semi-hardwood cuttings, or grafting.
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 'Pendulum' 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 'Pendulum'
- 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 'Pendulum'?
Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum' need?
Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum' 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 'Pendulum' hardy in the UK?
Taxodium distichum 'Pendulum' 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 'Pendulum'?
Seed, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Grafting.
More in the Taxodium genus
- Taxodium distichum 'Cave Hill'
- Taxodium distichum 'Gee Wiz'swamp cypress 'Gee Wiz'
- Taxodium distichum 'Hursley Park'
- Taxodium distichum 'Little Twister'swamp cypress 'Little Twister'
- Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic'
- Taxodium distichum var. distichum
