Taxodium distichum 'Falling Waters'

Also Known As

Falling Waters Bald Cypress

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer, aquatic

size

H: 8'-15'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Taxodium distichum 'Falling Waters' plant details

Taxodium distichum 'Falling Waters' is a moderate-growing semi-evergreen aquatic conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Taxodium distichum 'Falling Waters'

Plant type: aquatic conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: cascading, distinctive bark, fall color, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Taxodium distichum 'Falling Waters'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A true weeper with gracefully cascading branches, this tree will get only as tall as you stake it or is lovely draped over a wall; furrowed bark and golden fall color complete the picture. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

This variety of Bald Cypress has a central leader that grows straight up while the branches grow straight down. It can take both wet and dry conditions. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

A weeping baldcypress that distinguishes itself with a central leader growing straight up while the branches grow straight down. Fall color is bronze, and the reddish brown bark peels in strips. Tolerates both wet and dry conditions.