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Taxodium distichum 'Skyward' - Skyward Bald Cypress

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Taxodium distichum 'Skyward' is a gracefully towering landscape masterpiece, known to enthusiasts as the Skyward Bald Cypress. This distinctive tree captivates with its slim, vertical growth silhouette reaching a majestic 20-30 feet in height and a modest 5-7 feet in width. Its soft, feathery foliage enchants with color shifts from a serene blue-green in the warmer seasons to a head-turning, elegant coppery-brown as the temperature falls. This deciduous conifer introduces a magical appeal when fall turns to winter, losing its leaves to reveal an exquisite, deeply furrowed bark. Exceptionally versatile, the Skyward Bald Cypress thrives in both water-rich and dry soil environments under full sun to partial shade, making it an excellent ally for varied landscaping pursuits. This superbly resilient and architecturally interesting tree brings a robust yet refined presence to your landscape, leaving a memorable and lasting impression.

  • Size: Up to 20-30 feet tall and 5-7 feet wide
  • Foliage: Feathery, blue-green leaves turning coppery-brown in fall
  • Water usage: Adaptable to both waterlogged and dry soil conditions
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Seasonal Change: Leaves shed in winter revealing attractive, deeply furrowed bark
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