Overview
Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic' is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Taxodium, part of the Cupressaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic' 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 'Twisted Logic' 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 to UK zone H7 and can grow in a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained or poorly-drained conditions. Suitable for architectural planting and low maintenance, it is best cultivated in fertile, well-drained soil and is of interest during 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 'Twisted Logic' 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 'Twisted Logic'
- 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 'Twisted Logic'?
Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic' need?
Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic' 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 'Twisted Logic' hardy in the UK?
Taxodium distichum 'Twisted Logic' 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 'Twisted Logic'?
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 'Pendulum'
- Taxodium distichum var. distichum
