About
A large, slow-growing, deciduous conifer, of columnar to pyramidal form with red-brown fibrous bark and soft, flat green needles which are held on ascending branchlets and turn stunning shades of orange in the autumn. This particularly variety keeps its needles for up to four weeks longer than other varieties.
About the genus
Taxodium are tall deciduous trees, narrowly conical in outline, with red-brown bark and soft, linear leaves colouring well in autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull shade, Full sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeBogs, Conifers, Trees
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height20-50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Care notes
CultivationGrows well in any moist or wet, preferably acid soil
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings and grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus in gardens where it is present but insufficient data to determine degree of susceptibility